Motivational Indices and Administrative Staff Job Commitment in Private Universities in Oyo State

Abstract

This study investigated the relationship between motivational indices and
job commitment among administrative staff in private universities in Oyo
State. Despite efforts of educational stakeholders, there seem to be a
growing concern and dissatisfaction with the level of job commitment
among administrative staff members in private universities, particularly
in Oyo State. Various studies have addressed the causes of such issues in
other states, but there was a noticeable lack of empirical research
focused on private universities in Oyo State, creating a gap in the
literature that this study sought to address. Two research questions
were raisedwhile one hypothesis was formulated. The study adopted a
descriptive survey research design, targeting all administrative staff in
private universities in Oyo State, using a total enumeration sampling
technique. Data were collected through a self-developed questionnaire
(MIASJCQ) and the reliability of the instrument was determined using
cronbach’s alpha ? = 0.892. The data wasanalysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings revealed that the level of job
commitment of administrative staff in private universities in Oyo
Statewas high (x? =3.13); the level of motivational indices in private
universities in Oyo Statewas moderate (x? =2.81); correlation analysis
between motivational indices and job commitment indicated an
exceptionally high correlation coefficient of .974** indicating avery
strong positive correlation. Based on these findings, it was
recommended among others that private universities should implement
regular professional development and training programmes. These
programmes could focus on skills enhancement, career advancement,
and fostering a sense of community within the workplace.