Organizational Commitment and Job Satisfaction: A Study of Arts and Science College Teachers in Theni District

Abstract

This study examines the relationship between organizational commitment and job satisfaction among teachers in Arts and Science colleges in Theni District, Tamil Nadu. Using a quantitative research design, data was collected from 250 faculty members across various colleges. The study employs Allen and Meyer's three-component model of organizational commitment (affective, continuance, and normative) and Spector's Job Satisfaction Survey. Results indicate a significant positive correlation between organizational commitment and job satisfaction, with affective commitment showing the strongest relationship. The findings have important implications for educational administrators seeking to enhance faculty retention and institutional effectiveness.