The relationship between organisational culture, job satisfaction and employee attitude towards organisational change

Abstract

The purpose of this dissertation was to describe the nature of the relationship between organisational culture, job satisfaction, and employee attitude toward organisational change in a South African provincial government organisation. Change in an organisation has an impact on its culture, strategies, policies, procedures, information technology systems, and organisational structures. In the context of a government organisation, change is necessary to improve the quality and impact of services for citizens. A review of existing literature examining the constructs was undertaken. This was coupled with an empirical study in which 152 individuals, employed by the organisation, were surveyed to gather relevant data. Information was analysed using statistical techniques. The analysis reflected significant relationships between organisational culture, job satisfaction, and employee attitude toward organisational change. It became apparent that these constructs are positively and significantly related, and that organisational culture and job satisfaction are predictors of employee attitude towards organisational change.