Examining the Effectiveness of a Trade Union: Role of union strength and union leadership

This article aims to examine the influencing factors towards the effectiveness of the trade union from the perspectives of public sector union members. The present study used a quantitative research method involving a survey among 114 union members of Kesatuan Kakitangan Umum, Universiti Teknologi M...

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Published in:ENVIRONMENT-BEHAVIOUR PROCEEDINGS JOURNAL
Main Authors: Yaacob, Mahazril Aini; Noor, Nurul Hidayana Mohd; Ngah, Nor Syamaliah; Bahari, Mohammad Zulhafiy Zol
Format: Proceedings Paper
Language:English
Published: E-IPH LTD UK 2024
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Online Access:https://www-webofscience-com.uitm.idm.oclc.org/wos/woscc/full-record/WOS:001284873300058
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Summary:This article aims to examine the influencing factors towards the effectiveness of the trade union from the perspectives of public sector union members. The present study used a quantitative research method involving a survey among 114 union members of Kesatuan Kakitangan Umum, Universiti Teknologi MARA (KKUUiTM). The findings revealed two important findings. First, the union members disclosed that their union was effective. Second, union strength and union leadership significantly influence trade union effectiveness. This research will help the union understand its strengths and continuously improve its leadership to maintain its trade union effectiveness and contribute to greater union performance.
ISSN:2398-4287
DOI:10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI22.5853