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

• 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
• Subjects: Environmental Sciences & Ecology
• Online Access: https://www-webofscience-com.uitm.idm.oclc.org/wos/woscc/full-record/WOS:001284873300058

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.