ISSN:
1467-9310
Source:
Blackwell Publishing Journal Backfiles 1879-2005
Topics:
Economics
Notes:
Based on data obtained from 358 engineering professionals, this study first identifies a set of ten work-related value dimensions relevant and important to engineers. For each of these dimensions, the relationship between the perception of unfulfilment (noncomplementarity) and commitment to the organization is then examined, along with the influence of several professional and organizational socialization variables. It was hypothesized and found, for each of the ten value dimensions, that perceived value incongruence is negatively related to organizational commitment. This relationship was strongest for technical values, collegial growth values, science values, and personal-interaction values. It was further found that the effects of the socialization variables on this relationship were relatively unimportant. Some implications of these results are discussed.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-9310.1973.tb01027.x
