Examining the Impact of Job Satisfaction, Organizational Commitment, and Innovative Work Behavior on Organizational Effectiveness

A Structural Equation Model

Abstract

This study examined the complex interplay between job satisfaction, organizational commitment, innovative work behavior, and organizational effectiveness within higher education institutions. Utilizing a comprehensive 4-factor Model, the research investigated the relationships among these variables to provide insights into optimizing institutional performance. Through rigorous data analysis, the study identified consistently high levels of job satisfaction, organizational commitment, innovative work behavior, and organizational effectiveness among employees, indicative of a positive organizational environment. Notably, the study employed regression analysis to reveal significant relationships between these variables and organizational effectiveness, with job satisfaction, organizational commitment, and innovative work behavior emerging as significant predictors. The model's goodness-of-fit statistics demonstrated satisfactory alignment with the data, confirming its robustness in this context. Specifically, the chi-square to degrees of freedom ratio, Normed Fit Index, Root Mean Square Error of Approximation, Tucker-Lewis Index, Comparative Fit Index, and Goodness-of-Fit Index all exceeded the respective thresholds, indicating a good fit. These findings underscored the importance of fostering positive employee attitudes, commitment, and a culture of innovation to enhance organizational effectiveness within higher education institutions. By prioritizing initiatives aimed at promoting job satisfaction, reinforcing organizational commitment, and encouraging innovative thinking among employees, institutions could cultivate a culture of excellence that drives sustained success and relevance. Overall, this study contributed to the theoretical understanding of organizational effectiveness within the higher education sector and provided actionable insights for enhancing institutional performance.