The Effects of MBO on Levels of Performance and Satisfaction Among University Faculty

Abstract

The present study investigated the impact of an MBO application in a university setting. It was hypothesized that faculty performance levels would be positively affected, while satisfaction levels would not be influenced. A total of 23 faculty from the College of Business and Economics at the University of Idaho completed a questionnaire regarding their perceptions of performance and satisfaction both prior to and after the MBO application. Additionally, data were gathered through archival, nonobtrusive methods (performance records) and interviews with department heads. The results suggest that performance increased as a result of the MBO application, while satisfaction generally declined. Possible reasons for the findings are offered, and implications are discussed.

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