The Impact of Islamic Work Ethic on Work Engagement among Islamic Bank Employees: the Moderator Role of Job Demands

Abstract

Businesses have a duty to provide an environment in which workers can realize their full potential and take an interest in the work they do. It is necessary for the organization to demonstrate genuine concern for its workforce. Workers want to feel passionate about the organization for which they are working in addition to being interested in the activities of their jobs and devoted to their co-workers. This study focuses on the relationship of Islamic work ethic and work engagement among among Islamic bank employees. In addition, the study examines the moderating role of job demands on the relationship. A total of 254 questionnaires were distributed to the Bank Islam branches and the response rate is 81%. Data collected were analyzed by using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 26 and smart PLS-SEM. The findings revealed that Islamic work ethic positively correlated to work engagement. The study also revealed that the moderating role of job demands was significant on the effect of Islamic work ethic on work engagement. The present study also highlighted the implications of the research, future research recommendations as well as its limitations.