 Are Demographic Variables Predictors of Work Deviant Behavior?Ernest Kumi International Journal of Management Sciences, 2013, vol. 1, issue 1, 1-10 Abstract: The paper contributes to the body of knowledge in the area of deviant work behaviour by examining the link between socio-demographic variables and the knowledge level of respondents on counterproductive deviant behaviours (CWB) and the factors that influence workers counterproductive deviant behaviours (CWB). The paper is based on quantitative correlational cross-sectional survey of the workers of Small and Medium Scale Enterprise (SMEs) in Sunyani Township. A sample of 174 respondents was selected using convenience sampling method. Data was collected using self-designed questionnaire administered at the work place. Data analysis is based on the use of cross-tabulation and Chi-square tests, using SPSS version 16.0. Results indicate good knowledge level on CWB which is influenced by socio-demographic variables. Workers CWB are related significantly to socio-demographic variables. The findings should be incorporated to policies to control CWB in organisations. Future studies should examine the causes of CWB in organisations and measures to control these behaviours. Keywords: Socio-demographic variables; taking excessive breaks; stealing from company; accepting kickbacks (search for similar items in EconPapers) Downloads: (external link) Related works: Export reference: BibTeX RIS (EndNote, ProCite, RefMan) HTML/Text Persistent link: https://EconPapers.repec.org/RePEc:rss:jnljms:v1i1p1 Access Statistics for this article More articles in International Journal of Management Sciences from Research Academy of Social Sciences |
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