A STUDY ON FACTORS AFFECTING EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT WITH REFERENCE TO IT SECTOR

Abstract

Purpose: This study purposes at testing the structures of four variables such as Training and development, Remuneration and rewards, Performance appraisal, Job satisfaction and Organizational climate among employees in the Information technology sector in Bangalore City. The study also pursues to discover the probable correlations between these latent variables.

Methods: The quantitative method approach was used with a probability sampling method. The sample of the study is 212 in Bangalore City. To collect the data, a structured measurement scale was used for the survey purpose. Hypotheses were framed based on the conceptual framework of the study. The constructed hypotheses were tested by using statistical tools such as correlation and regression analysis to validate the purpose.

Findings: The findings of the study exposes that there is a significant relationship between Training and development, Remuneration and rewards, Performance appraisal, Job satisfaction and Organizational climate with employee engagement. Performance appraisal is essential for a recent employee in a competitive environment.

Practical Implications: The study suggests that companies should built supportive working relationships, good organizational climate, and develop supportive HR practices. Retention can be indirectly influenced by focusing on the overall conditions of the workplace.

Keywords: Training and development, Remuneration and rewards, Performance appraisal and Organizational climate