Browsing Department of Industrial Psychology by Subject "South Africa"
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Assessing safety culture of professional pilots within selected South African based aviation organisations
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)The aviation industry is one of many industries which is known to be a high-risk industry. Although it is a high risk industry, little research has been conducted within the industry especially with regards to safety ... -
Career indecision amongst prospective university students
(2010)Career indecision is one of the key aspects that professionals in career guidance counselling are interested in assessing. Career indecision, in the context of university students has been defined as the "inability to ... -
The cross cultural comparability of the occupational personality profile
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)Psychological testing in South Africa has been placed under the spotlight since the inception of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, which consequently has a significant bearing on employment testing in organisations. ... -
The development of a career management intervention programme for academics in a South African higher education institution
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)The higher education sector, similar to all other industries, is subjected to unprecedented challenges outside traditional continuity threats, which include the global pandemic and COVID-19 regulations (World ... -
A Grounded theory of ways in which flexible working arrangements are understood to foster flourishing in the workplace: The experience of employees at the corporate offices of a private South African hospital group
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)This study envisioned providing a substantive theory to explain employees’ flourishing in the workplace through the implementation and experience of flexible working arrangements. In so doing it aimed to contribute to the ... -
Hr practitioners’ perceptions of the implementation of equal employment provision under a selected subdivision of the SA labour legislation
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Affirmative action was an initiative created by the government in an attempt to readdress the imbalances of the past in response to the discrimination of “non-whites”. The discrimination faced by the designated “non-whites” ... -
The impact of Covid-19 on the self-perceived employability and career planning of commerce students at a selected university in South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Given how rapidly the world is changing daily, there is a great amount of pressure on higher education institutions to produce adequately skilled graduates in order to be employable. The overall objective of the study is ... -
The impact of transformational leadership and job crafting on flourishing at work and in-role performance of information technology professionals
(University of Western Cape, 2020)The modern working environment is characterised by global competitiveness, digitisation, and a greater need to employ and retain the knowledge worker. With increased pressure to sustain a competitive advantage, organisations ... -
The influence of flourishing, job crafting and emotional intelligence on job performance within a South African Pharmaceutical company
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)In the 21st century the nature of work and life has become characterized by unavoidable changes. These changes are brought about by various environmental, social and technological developments or unforeseen occurrences. ... -
The influence of workaholism and burnout on the intention to quite amongst academic employees at a selected university n the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)Universities worldwide have to contend with a changing landscape due to the massification of education, additional pressure being placed on academia with respect to research outputs, teaching a transforming student base, ... -
The interrelationships among job insecurity, locus of control, sense of coherence and organisational commitment of survivors of downsizing
(University of the Western Cape, 2003)Downsizing is one of the most common organisational reactions to organisational change. The effects of global competition, mergers, and the privatisation of public sector companies, among others, are forcing organisations ... -
An investigation into the relationship between organizational commitment and absenteeism at a public health institution in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)The relationship between organizational commitment among public health employees within South Africa is becoming a big concern as highlighted in media and studies. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship ... -
Job demands and resources of academic employees within higher education institutions
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Excessive job demands and inadequate employment resources can harm employees’ well-being. Job demands and resources, therefore, became crucial to understanding the relationships between employees and their organisations. ... -
Job satisfaction amongst employees at a public health institution in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)The premise of this research was focused on ascertaining how variables such as work environment, pay, supervision, co-workers and promotion impacts on job satisfaction of civil servants at an institution residing under the ... -
Occupational stress amongst lecturers with specific reference to a further education and training college in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)Research on stress has indicated that people in the helping professions dealing with people, especially those in the teaching profession, are particularly prone to emotional distress. However, information regarding the ... -
Perceived organisational support, organisational commitment and turnover intentions amongst employees in a selected company in the cash industry
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Globally and in South Africa turnover has been identified as a major challenge in organisations. An examination of the literature revealed that perceived organisational support (POS) and organisational commitment can ... -
The relationship between flexible working hours, organisational commitment and employment engagement at a South African retailer
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)In the twenty first century, the traditional roles in a nuclear family have changed. In the majority of modern families, both partners have careers and full-time jobs. Burnett, Gatrell, Cooper and Sparrow (2010) explain ... -
The relationship between job satisfaction and absenteeism in a selected field services section within an electricity utility in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)Absenteeism can be a major problem for organisations. As pressures increase on the budgets and competitiveness of companies, more attention is being given to reduce workplace absenteeism and its cost. Job satisfaction has ... -
The relationship between locus of control, self-efficacy and achievement motivation amongst employees within a financial services organisation
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)In an attempt to create a workforce that is representative of the demographic profile of the new South Africa, recruitment and appointment of racial groups and minority groups are the order of the day (Bothma & Schepers, ... -
The relationship between psychological capital and work engagement amongst correctional officers at a correctional facility in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)The correctional facility, and in particular the job of the correctional officer, remain a unique field of study, as there has not been much research done on the population other than stress-related studies. Although the ...