Investigating The Impact of Organizational Culture on Employee Retention: Moderating Role of Employee Engagement

Abstract

The purpose of current study is to examine the moderating effect of employee engagement on the relationship between organizational culture (OC) (Shared values, Organizational structure, Communication, Leadership, Teamwork and Adaptability) and employee retention from perspective of all employees within industrial organizations operating in the state of Kuwait.The method employed to reach the main aim was the quantitative methodology, and a survey was distributed on a sample of (371) employees within industrial organizations operating in the state of Kuwait.SPSS was used so as to realize aim through primary data and results indicated the acceptance of the hypotheses arguing that there is a positive relationship between organizational culture and employee retention through the moderating role of employee engagement, it meant that positive organizational culture can make employees more engaged in their work which leads to better retention and more intention to stay in their organization for longer time.Study recommended creating a strong sense of purpose and a set of guiding principles can help employees feel more connected to the organization and its goals, and feel like they are part of something meaningful.Further recommendations were presented in the study.

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