An Empirical Study of the Social Correlates of Job Satisfaction among Plant Science Graduates of a Mid-Western University: A Test of Victor H. Vroom's (1964) Expectancy Theory

by Kebba Darboe

Overview

The main focus of this book is to empirically examine the social correlates of job satisfaction among plant science graduates who work in agriculture. Victor H. Vroom's (1964) expectancy theory guides the study. The theory views motivation as a complex process involving multiple perceptions because human beings are constantly changing, growing, thereby making it difficult to manage. Employers and managers must recognize these human realities and try to provide their employees with the kind of rewards (intrinsic or extrinsic) that ultimately lead to their satisfaction. Job satisfaction's link to performance, productivity, and personal growth makes it the most studied job attitude in social organizations. Additionally, the study blends theory and application rarely found in other textbooks, which makes An Empirical Study of the Social Correlates of Job Satisfaction among Plant Science Graduates of a Mid-Western University useful to students of Sociology, Social Psychology, Plant Science and Business Management.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780761824862
Publisher:	University Press of America
Publication date:	12/28/2002
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	140
Product dimensions:	5.42(w) x 8.58(h) x 0.38(d)

About the Author

Kebba Darboe, Ph.D. is Assistant Professor, Sociology, St. Cloud State University, Minnesota.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 List of Tables Chapter 2 List of Figures Chapter 3 Research Problem Chapter 4 Review of Related Literature Chapter 5 Theoretical Framework Chapter 6 Research Methods Chapter 7 Analysis of Data Chapter 8 Discussion of Conclusions Chapter 9 Appendices: Letter to Graduate Participants; Letter from Plant Science Chairman; Letter of Permission to Use MSQ; Minnesota Satisfaction Questionnaire; Demographic Data Questionnaire; Answer Sheet Chapter 10 Notes Chapter 11 Bibliography Chapter 12 Index