The study tested “Effects of Privatization on Organizational Effectiveness”, using 7 null hypotheses at P<.05. Cluster sampling of 372 participants from the Utility industry of 73,526 population were used. Fully privately-owned, commercialized, and fully State-owned organizations were studied, using “Organizational Effectiveness Inventory”, and “Organizational Effectiveness Model Inventory” that measured organizational effectiveness, and efficiency of the models of pursuing organizational effectiveness respectively. They attained interval scale on 5-points rating. The “Organizational Effectiveness Inventory” validations were concurrent Cosine Absolute Proximity .96; convergent Rescale Cosine Proximity .63; Image Factoring Extraction 1.137 of Oblimin with Kaiser Normalization Rotation Method .482. The Parallel Model Reliability for Reliability of Scale was .97, and Unbiased Reliability of Scale was .97. The Guttman-Lambda Model Reliability had strongly agree .96, agree .99, may be .97, disagree .98, and strongly disagree .96. The “Organizational Effectiveness Model Inventory” had convergent .89, and discriminant .31 validations; with test-retest .73, alternate-form .94, Cronbach Alpha .96, and split-half .78 reliabilities. There were randomization, quality control, and statistical control measures; as well as 3x4-control-group survey design, and multivariate analyses. Privatization affects organizational effectiveness, and models of organizational effectiveness. Sensitivity to organizations’ environment could have caused the outcomes. More psychological studies are needed on organizational effectiveness paradigms of privatization.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Chapter One: Introduction
- Statement of the Problem
- Research Questions
- Purpose/Aims of the Study
- Scope of the Study
- Significance/Relevance of the Study
- Chapter Two: Theoretical Review
- Background Psychological Theories of the Concepts of Privatization, and Organizational Effectiveness
- Katz And Kahn's Open Systems Theory Supporting Privatization
- Classic Theory Of Organizational Effectiveness
- Equity/Exchange Theory Supporting Public Organizations
- Literature (Empirical) Review
- Attributes of Privatization
- Economic Attributes Of Privatization
- Organizational Attributes Of Privatization
- Socio-Political Attributes Of Privatization
- Studies Supporting Organizational Effectiveness of Privatization
- Studies Against Organizational Effectiveness of Privatization
- Organizational Effectiveness Goal Paradigms Vis-a-vis Privatization
- Hypotheses
- Variables and Their Definitions
- Chapter Three: Methodology
- Population
- Sample and Sampling Methods
- Instrument
- Validation
- Concurrent Validity
- Convergent Validity
- Exploratory Factor Analysis
- Reliability
- Parallel Model Reliability
- Guttman-Lambda Reliability
- Design
- Statistics
- Control of Extraneous Variables
- Procedure
- Chapter Four: Results/Findings
- Hypothesis One
- Hypothesis Two
- Hypothesis Three
- Hypothesis Four
- Hypothesis Five
- Hypothesis Six
- Hypothesis Seven
- Chapter Five: Discussion
- Hypothesis One
- Hypothesis Two
- Hypothesis Three
- Hypothesis Four
- Hypothesis Five
- Hypothesis Six
- Hypothesis Seven
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
The study's objective is to investigate the effects of privatization on organizational effectiveness. It aims to analyze the relationship between different privatization models and their impact on various aspects of organizational performance. The research utilizes a quantitative approach with statistical analysis to test several hypotheses.
- The impact of privatization on organizational effectiveness.
- The relationship between different privatization models (fully private, commercialized, state-owned) and organizational effectiveness.
- The role of organizational environment and its sensitivity in influencing the outcomes of privatization.
- The examination of various theoretical perspectives on privatization and organizational effectiveness.
- The development and validation of measurement instruments for assessing organizational effectiveness and efficiency.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Chapter One: Introduction: This chapter lays the groundwork for the study by introducing the research problem, which focuses on the effects of privatization on organizational effectiveness. It clearly defines the research questions, objectives, and scope of the study, highlighting its significance and relevance within the context of organizational theory and practice. The introduction sets the stage for the theoretical review and methodological approach that will be adopted in subsequent chapters.
Chapter Two: Theoretical Review: This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the existing literature on privatization and organizational effectiveness. It explores various psychological theories, including Katz and Kahn's Open Systems Theory, the classic theory of organizational effectiveness, and equity/exchange theory, to establish a theoretical framework for understanding the complex relationship between privatization and organizational outcomes. The review critically analyzes both empirical studies supporting and opposing the positive impact of privatization, laying the foundation for the study's hypotheses. It meticulously defines the economic, organizational, and socio-political attributes of privatization. The chapter ultimately synthesizes these theoretical perspectives and empirical findings to formulate testable hypotheses.
Chapter Three: Methodology: This chapter details the research design and methodology employed in the study. It describes the population, sample, and sampling methods used to gather data from a representative group of organizations in the utility industry. A crucial element of this chapter is the rigorous validation and reliability testing of the “Organizational Effectiveness Inventory” and the “Organizational Effectiveness Model Inventory,” the instruments used to measure the key variables. The chapter clearly outlines the statistical methods and control measures utilized to ensure the accuracy and validity of the findings, including the use of multivariate analyses and a robust design to manage extraneous variables.
Chapter Four: Results/Findings: This chapter presents the quantitative findings from the study, systematically examining each of the seven hypotheses developed in the theoretical review. It showcases the statistical results obtained through the data analysis, providing a detailed description of the relationships between privatization models and organizational effectiveness measures. The presentation of these results adheres to a clear and structured format, facilitating the understanding of the study's findings.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Privatization, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Models, Utility Industry, Empirical Research, Quantitative Analysis, Hypotheses Testing, Organizational Efficiency, Psychological Theories, Multivariate Analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions: Comprehensive Language Preview
What is the main topic of this research?
This research investigates the effects of privatization on organizational effectiveness. It specifically examines the relationship between different privatization models and their impact on various aspects of organizational performance within the utility industry.
What are the key objectives of the study?
The study aims to analyze the relationship between different privatization models (fully private, commercialized, state-owned) and organizational effectiveness. It also explores the role of the organizational environment and examines various theoretical perspectives on privatization and organizational effectiveness. A further objective is the development and validation of measurement instruments for assessing organizational effectiveness and efficiency.
What methodology is used in this research?
The research employs a quantitative approach using statistical analysis to test several hypotheses. It involves defining a population, selecting a sample using specific sampling methods, and utilizing validated instruments (Organizational Effectiveness Inventory and Organizational Effectiveness Model Inventory) to collect data. The study also details its design, statistical methods, control of extraneous variables, and the procedure followed.
What theoretical frameworks are considered?
The study draws upon several psychological theories, including Katz and Kahn's Open Systems Theory, the classic theory of organizational effectiveness, and equity/exchange theory, to understand the relationship between privatization and organizational outcomes. It also reviews empirical studies supporting and opposing the positive impact of privatization.
How are the results presented?
Chapter Four presents the quantitative findings, systematically examining seven hypotheses. The chapter showcases the statistical results obtained through data analysis, detailing the relationships between privatization models and organizational effectiveness measures.
What are the key themes explored in this study?
Key themes include the impact of privatization on organizational effectiveness, the relationship between different privatization models and organizational effectiveness, the role of the organizational environment, various theoretical perspectives on privatization and organizational effectiveness, and the development and validation of measurement instruments.
What are the key chapters and their contents?
The study comprises five chapters: Chapter One (Introduction), Chapter Two (Theoretical Review), Chapter Three (Methodology), Chapter Four (Results/Findings), and Chapter Five (Discussion). Each chapter systematically builds upon the previous one, starting with the introduction of the research problem and concluding with a discussion of the findings.
What keywords are associated with this research?
Keywords include: Privatization, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Models, Utility Industry, Empirical Research, Quantitative Analysis, Hypotheses Testing, Organizational Efficiency, Psychological Theories, and Multivariate Analysis.
What types of validity and reliability testing were conducted?
The study includes concurrent validity, convergent validity, exploratory factor analysis, parallel model reliability, and Guttman-Lambda reliability testing to ensure the validity and reliability of its measurement instruments.
What is the significance of this study?
The significance lies in its contribution to understanding the complex relationship between privatization and organizational effectiveness. The findings provide valuable insights for policymakers, organizations undergoing privatization, and researchers in the field of organizational theory and practice. The validated measurement instruments also contribute to future research in this area.
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- Okechukwu Dominic Nwankwo (Author), 2016, Effects of privatization on organizational effectiveness, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/343449
