Ethical Climate as a Moderator of the Relationship Between Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment: Evidence from Industrial Companies in Egypt

摘要

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to examine the moderating significant role of Ethical Climate (EC) in the relationship between Job Satisfaction (JS) and Organizational Commitment (OC). This study measures the correlation between JS, EC and OC. Research Design/Methodology: Using Victor and Cullen's (1988) typology of EC, JS, and OC, the study develops a number of hypotheses and tests them. This study was conducted at the industrial companies in Egypt. Of the 372 questionnaires that were distributed, 295 usable questionnaires were returned, a response rate of 79%. Multiple Regression Analysis (MRA) was used to confirm the research hypotheses. Findings: The finding reveals that there is significant relationship between JS, EC and OC. Accordingly, the study provided a set of recommendations including the necessity to pay more attention to EC as a key source for organizations to enhance the competitive advantage which is of prime significance for JS and OC. EC significantly and positively influenced JS and OC. Overall, respondents reported high OC and this contributes to fostering JS and reducing turnover intention. Practical implications: The study suggests that the industrial companies can improve JS and OC by influencing its EC, specifically, by developing the caring, law and code, rule, instrumentality, and independence climate. Originality/value: The study observes that there is a critical shortage in EC and that a greater understanding of the factors that influence the JS and OC is of great importance. Therefore, this study is to examine the relationship between JS, EC and OC among employees at the industrial companies in Egypt.