Impact of Motivation and Job Satisfaction on Employee Engagement in the IT industry

Abstract

This study has been carried out to perceive the effect of factors like motivation and job satisfaction on the commitment levels of employees in the Information and Technology sector. 196 authentic questionnaire responses were received from two well-known Information and Technology (IT) organizations in Odisha, India to understand the influence of elements such as job satisfaction and motivation on the engagement levels of the task force. Correlational analysis was conducted to analyze the relationship between motivation and job satisfaction. It was established that both of them have a strong bond with each other and act in a positive fashion. Before applying the univariate statistical analysis, a normality test was done on the data set using SPSS. Based on the values of mean, standard deviation and standard error it was concluded that the respondents mostly agreed to all the questions except switching their jobs for a poorer profile but a higher package. On the basis of the various quantitative tests conducted it was conclusive that employees in the IT sector are happy and would recommend the organization to others only when their job roles are clearly defined, their job expectations are met with and the work culture of the organization promotes scope for personal development along with accomplishing organizational goals.

 Keywords:Employee engagement, job satisfaction, motivation, IT Industry