Exploring the Relationships among Workplace Deviance, Employee Engagement and Research Quality in Higher Education Institutions: A Moderated-Mediation Study in Sokoto State, Nigeria
Journal Title: Education Science and Management - Year 2024, Vol 2, Issue 2
Abstract
This study investigates the intricate relationships among workplace deviance, employee engagement, and research quality within the context of higher education institutions (HEIs) in Nigeria, specifically in Sokoto State. Grounded in dynamic capability theory, the normative perspective, and employee engagement theory, this study posits that workplace deviance detrimentally influences employee engagement, which in turn adversely impacts research quality. A moderated-mediation model was proposed, suggesting that employee engagement mediates the relationship between workplace deviance and research quality, while also being moderated by institutional support mechanisms. The analysis, conducted using SmartPLS 4, includes an examination of response rates, preliminary data assessment, validation of measurement instruments, and hypothesis testing. The findings reveal a complex dynamic where workplace deviance, when moderated by a supportive institutional environment, indirectly enhances research quality through increased employee engagement. This paradoxical outcome underscores the significance of fostering a positive work culture that can mitigate the adverse effects of deviant behavior, thereby promoting research excellence. The study's theoretical and practical implications suggest that mitigating workplace deviance, enhancing employee engagement, and encouraging participatory decision-making are crucial for improving research outcomes. Future research is encouraged to further explore the interplay between workplace deviance and employee engagement and to assess the generalizability of these findings across diverse institutional contexts.
Authors and Affiliations
Nura Abubakar Allumi;Musa Muhammad Lawal;Muhammad Zayyanu
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