The Impact of Organizational Cynicism on Organizational Commitment: An Applied Study on Teaching Hospitals in Egypt

Abstract

This research examines the effects of organizational cynicism on organizational commitment.  Drawing on the literature review, there are some studies regarding organizational cynicism. In Egypt, limited research has been conducted, but the present study attempts to find out whether there is a relationship between organizational cynicism and organizational commitment. This study was conducted at Teaching Hospitals in Egypt from 2012/9 through 2013/2. It is the first empirical work so far in the field of organizational cynicism and its effect on organizational commitment at Teaching Hospitals in Egypt. This survey-type research is descriptive in terms of the data collection. The authors investigate the attitudes of employees in regards to organizational cynicism and organizational commitment. Ultimately, it elucidates the effect of organizational cynicism on organizational commitment. Three groups of employees at Teaching Hospitals in Egypt were examined. Three hundred and fifty seven questionnaires were distributed and 297 usable questionnaires were returned, a response rate of 83%. The findings revealed differences among the three groups of employees based upon their evaluative attitudes towards organizational cynicism and organizational commitment. The present study provides a number of recommendations for managers and practitioners to consider. Finally, the implications of this study are discussed.

Keywords: Organizational cynicism, organizational commitment, Egypt, hospitals, management.