11th HRM Student Research Symposium 2024
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Item THE IMPACT OF FLEXIBLE WORKING ARRANGEMENTS ON WORK-LIFE INTEGRATION WITH THE MEDIATING EFFECTS OF WORK STRESS AMONG STAFF-LEVEL EMPLOYEES IN ABC BUSINESS COMPANY(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2025) Piyumi, S. A. N.; Devadas, U. M.The IT sector plays a crucial role in all industries and affects the country's economic growth. Within the competitive, technologically driven, and dynamic economic environment of today, Sri Lanka's Information Technology sector (IT Sector) has emerged as one of the fastest-growing industrial sectors. However, according to literature, the IT sector employees suffer high work-life imbalance, workload and work stress and have a high employee turnover rate. Therefore, this study aims to identify the impact of flexible working arrangements on work-life integration with the mediating effects of work stress among staff-level employees at ABC Business Company. The data were collected from eighty-six respondents using Google Forms. The research analysis methods used were Descriptive analysis, Simple linear regression, and Sobel test. The results show that the relationship between Flexible working Arrangements and Work-life integration is partially mediated by Work stress. The other findings are the level of Work-Life Integration in the research is medium. The independent variable indicates a moderate level of perception of flexible working arrangements among the respondents. The mediating variable indicates a moderate level of work stress among the respondents. Furthermore, flexible working arrangements have a significant impact on work-life integration, there is a significant impact of Flexible working arrangements on work stress, and work Stress has a significant impact on work-life integration. Therefore, managers of ABC Business can make decisions related to their employees and implement relevant solutions to enhance their perception of flexible working arrangements and to implement favorable work-life integration initiatives. Moreover, managers can arrange indoor and outdoor training sessions and programs that improve employee well-being, mental health & work-family enrichment and introduce distinct types of flexible working arrangements such as compressed work weeks/hours, and part-time work to enhance coping skills at work. Moreover, it is recommended that managers provide adequate opportunities for individuals who struggle to manage both work and family.Item FACTORS AFFECTING EMPLOYEE TURNOVER INTENTIONS OF EXECUTIVE LEVEL EMPLOYEES AT ABC APPAREL PVT. LIMITED(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2025) Hewage, C. M.; Devadas, U. M.Employee turnover has become a greater challenge for companies in a highly competitive business environment. This study has been carried out to understand the factors that affect employee turnover intention of executive level employees of ABC Company with 160 respondents. In this study, work stress, burnout, compensation and benefits, and growth opportunities were considered as the underlying reasons for turnover intentions. This research is carried out according to a quantitative approach with a structured survey, used to collect data from executive level employees of ABC Company. Descriptive statistics, regression, and correlation analysis were used in conducting the data analysis for the current study. The findings indicate that there is a significant relationship between work stress, burnout, compensation & benefits, growth opportunities (independent variables), and employee turnover intention (dependent variable). According to data analysis, employees experience a high level of burnout and moderate level of work stress, while the employees are moderately satisfied with compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities. Further, it was identified that there is a significant impact of work stress, burnout, compensation & benefits, and growth opportunities on employee turnover intention. This study shows the importance of addressing issues related to work stress and burnout through targeted interventions, such as implementing stress management programs, offering career counseling services, and fostering a supportive work environment. It is important to enhance employee growth opportunities and consistently update salaries, wages, and benefits in par with the industry’s benchmark and employees’ needs as well. The research has different limitations as it focuses solely on ABC Company executive level employees. Also, the cross-sectional design does not capture longitudinal changes in turnover intentions or organizational dynamics over time. Hence, further research can be conducted to overcome these limitations and investigate more factors that contribute to employee turnover intention.Item EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND LEGAL RECOURSE AWARENESS IN THE CORPORATE SECTOR IN COLOMBO(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2025) Fernando, K. S. V.; Devadas, U. M.This study examines the awareness of employee rights and legal recourse mechanisms in the corporate sector of Colombo, addressing the issue of limited knowledge among employees and challenges in accessing justice. The research aimed to assess awareness levels, identify influencing factors, and explore barriers to legal remedies, contributing to improved labor practices. A qualitative research approach was employed, guided by the critical research paradigm, which explores power dynamics and structural inequalities. Purposive sampling was used to select nine participants from diverse sectors, including banking, logistics, technology, and apparel, to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the issue. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews and analyzed using thematic analysis, with a structured coding process to identify key themes and patterns. The research followed the case study protocol outlined by Dul and Hak (2008) to ensure rigorous analysis and consistency across interviews. The findings reveal substantial gaps in awareness of statutory protections and legal mechanisms, varying significantly across sectors and organizational contexts. Employees in highly regulated industries demonstrated higher awareness due to union influence and compliance requirements, while those in less structured environments faced challenges such as inadequate training and poor internal communication. The study concludes that improving labor law dissemination and strengthening grievance mechanisms are crucial for fostering equitable workplaces. Key recommendations include implementing mandatory rights-awareness training, simplifying access to legal recourse, and enhancing institutional frameworks to improve accessibility. This research contributes to policy by advocating effective labor regulations, assists organizations in promoting compliant and inclusive cultures, and enriches academic discourse on employee rights in developing economies.Item IMPACT OF FACTORS AFFECTING THE ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDLY BEHAVIOR AMONG EMPLOYEES OF ABC GOVERNMENT MINISTRY(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2025) Kahanda, K. D. K. N.; Devadas, U. M.Employees’ Environmentally friendly behavior is a fundamental factor that determines sustainability within the organization. Identifying key factors that influence Environmentally friendly behavior is beneficial. Therefore, the aim of this study was to examine the impact of factors affecting the environmental friendly behavior among employees of ABC government ministry. Accordingly, this study achieved five objectives to assess the impact of factors influencing on environmentally friendly behavior among employees. Specifically, those five objectives are to examine the impact of Employee attitudes (EA), Subjective norms (SN), perceived behavioral control (PBC), environmental awareness (EAA) and organizational culture (OC) on employee environmental friendly behavior (EFB) separately. The study was carried out in a government Ministry. This study followed the post positivism research philosophy to undertake it as a quantitative field study. The simple random sampling method was used, selecting a sample size of 292 employees from the ministry’s all employees. The researcher distributed an online survey questionnaire to respondents to collect data. Correlation analysis and regression analysis were conducted to test effectively the selected factors that could affect environmentally friendly behavior. The results demonstrated that factors influencing employees’ environmentally friendly behavior including Employee attitudes, Subjective norms, perceived behavioral control, environmental awareness and organizational culture have significant and positive relationships between factors and environmentally friendly behavior. It was discovered that the main element influencing employees’ environmental friendly behavior was perceived behavioral control compared to other factors and substantially, attitudes, subjective norms, environmental awareness and organizational culture have influential relationships on actions that are geared towards preserving nature. As a result, it is recommended that empower employees by providing necessary resources and support, enabling them to take control of their environmental actions and promote Environmental Friendly Behavior in the government ministry.Item APPLICATION OF THE LATEST TECHNOLOGIES IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY(Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2025) Zuhri, F. R. S.; Devadas, U. M.As the current corporate world is gradually gravitating towards utilizing technology to expand its potential, past literature has identified the use of different technologies for the HRM functions in global, regional and Sri Lankan context in other industries yet the gap of identifying the successful use of technology for the HRM practices of the IT industry within the Sri Lankan context is an area uncovered. Hence, the prime focus of the study underlines in identifying the gap of, what are the modern technologies applied in HRM practices and how effectively is the IT industry in Sri Lanka embracing and utilizing it, and what are the challenges and opportunities in this process. The research undertook a qualitative, interpretive phenomenological strategy, conducting ten in-depth interviews with HR professionals from leading IT companies across various seniority levels and HR functions to gather and analyze data. The study identified the latest technologies integrated in Human Resource Management practices in the IT industry of Sri Lanka and the factors affecting their feasibility. It also analyzed the impact of these technologies on HR functions, the major challenges faced, and the macro-environmental factors favorably influencing their adoption. The findings highlighted that IT organizations of Sri Lanka are focused on using the latest technologies to enhance human capital management, evidencing that technological integration in HRM is both feasible and beneficial despite the current challenges faced. The study recommends a strategic assessment to identify optimal technological applications for integration, emphasizing data security and privacy. It highlights the need for transparent and accountable processes and maintaining a human touch in HR management. The findings reveal that technological integration in HRM is feasible and beneficial despite challenges, recommending strategic planning and continuous adaptation. This dissertation is significant both academically and practically, highlighting the expansion of technology in HR processes within the IT sector and providing recommendations for updated policy implementation in human capital management.