Indirect Effects of Relationship Quality on Organizational Commitment among Academics in Sports Science: The Mediating Roles of Psychological Empowerment and Organizational Cynicism

Mahmut Ulukan; Adnan Ersoy

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Indirect Effects of Relationship Quality on Organizational Commitment among Academics in Sports Science: The Mediating Roles of Psychological Empowerment and Organizational Cynicism

Yazarlar:

Mahmut Ulukan | Adnan Ersoy

Yayıncı:

Ataturk University

Ana Başlıklar:

Spor Biliminde Biyomekanik | Spor Faaliyetleri Yönetimi | Spor ve Rekreasyon

Dergi:

Research in Sport Education and Sciences Vol.27 Issue 1, pp.1-11

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

3/2025

Belge Dili:

İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.):

2001343734

pISSN:

2822-3527

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 This study examines the mediating role of psychological empowerment and organizational cynicism in the relationship between leader-member exchange LMX and organizational commitment among academics in sports science faculties in Turkey. Conducted as a cross-sectional survey with 405 participants 72.8 male, mean age41.62 from various universities in Turkey, this research employed the PROCESS macro in SPSS to conduct a multiple mediation analysis. The findings revealed positive associations among the variables, particularly highlighting the direct impact of academics LMX on organizational commitment. Additionally, the study identified a relative influence of organizational cynicism and empowerment on organizational commitment. Thus, it was concluded that relationship quality indirectly affects organizational commitment through these mediating factors. By examining the mediation processes between LMX and organizational commitment, this study contributes significantly to the existing literature. Moreover, the necessity for academic institutions to develop policies and programs designed to strengthen interactions between leaders and academics is emphasized. Furthermore, focusing on strategies to enhance trust and collaboration among employees and implementing measures to reduce organizational cynicism are essential. These measures include establishing transparent communication channels, promoting supportive leadership practices, and organizing activities to enhance employee participation. By adopting such measures, academic institutions can enhance employee commitment and foster a more productive work environment.

 This study examines the mediating role of psychological empowerment and organizational cynicism in the relationship between leader-member exchange LMX and organizational commitment among academics in sports science faculties in Turkey. Conducted as a cross-sectional survey with 405 participants 72.8 male, mean age41.62 from various universities in Turkey, this research employed the PROCESS macro in SPSS to conduct a multiple mediation analysis. The findings revealed positive associations among the variables, particularly highlighting the direct impact of academics LMX on organizational commitment. Additionally, the study identified a relative influence of organizational cynicism and empowerment on organizational commitment. Thus, it was concluded that relationship quality indirectly affects organizational commitment through these mediating factors. By examining the mediation processes between LMX and organizational commitment, this study contributes significantly to the existing literature. Moreover, the necessity for academic institutions to develop policies and programs designed to strengthen interactions between leaders and academics is emphasized. Furthermore, focusing on strategies to enhance trust and collaboration among employees and implementing measures to reduce organizational cynicism are essential. These measures include establishing transparent communication channels, promoting supportive leadership practices, and organizing activities to enhance employee participation. By adopting such measures, academic institutions can enhance employee commitment and foster a more productive work environment.

 This study examines the mediating role of psychological empowerment and organizational cynicism in the relationship between leader-member exchange LMX and organizational commitment among academics in sports science faculties in Turkey. Conducted as a cross-sectional survey with 405 participants 72.8 male, mean age41.62 from various universities in Turkey, this research employed the PROCESS macro in SPSS to conduct a multiple mediation analysis. The findings revealed positive associations among the variables, particularly highlighting the direct impact of academics LMX on organizational commitment. Additionally, the study identified a relative influence of organizational cynicism and empowerment on organizational commitment. Thus, it was concluded that relationship quality indirectly affects organizational commitment through these mediating factors. By examining the mediation processes between LMX and organizational commitment, this study contributes significantly to the existing literature. Moreover, the necessity for academic institutions to develop policies and programs designed to strengthen interactions between leaders and academics is emphasized. Furthermore, focusing on strategies to enhance trust and collaboration among employees and implementing measures to reduce organizational cynicism are essential. These measures include establishing transparent communication channels, promoting supportive leadership practices, and organizing activities to enhance employee participation. By adopting such measures, academic institutions can enhance employee commitment and foster a more productive work environment.

 Bu çalışma, Türkiyedeki spor bilimleri fakültelerindeki akademisyenler arasında lider-üye değişimi LMX ve örgütsel bağlılık arasındaki ilişkide psikolojik güçlendirme ve örgütsel sinizmin aracılık rolünü incelemektedir. Türkiyedeki çeşitli üniversitelerden 405 katılımcı 72,8 erkek, ortalama yaş41,62 ile kesitsel bir anket olarak yürütülen bu araştırma, çoklu aracılık analizi yapmak için SPSSte PROCESS makrosunu kullanmıştır. Bulgular, değişkenler arasında pozitif ilişkiler olduğunu ortaya koymuş, özellikle akademisyenlerin LMXinin örgütsel bağlılık üzerindeki doğrudan etkisini vurgulamıştır. Ayrıca, çalışma örgütsel sinizm ve güçlendirmenin örgütsel bağlılık üzerinde göreceli bir etkisi olduğunu tespit etmiştir. Böylece, ilişki kalitesinin bu aracı faktörler vasıtasıyla örgütsel bağlılığı dolaylı olarak etkilediği sonucuna varılmıştır. Bu çalışma, LMX ve örgütsel bağlılık arasındaki aracılık süreçlerini inceleyerek mevcut literatüre önemli bir katkı sağlamaktadır. Ayrıca, akademik kurumların liderler ve akademisyenler arasındaki etkileşimi güçlendirmek için tasarlanmış politika ve programlar geliştirmelerinin gerekliliği vurgulanmaktadır. Ayrıca, çalışanlar arasında güven ve işbirliğini artıracak stratejilere odaklanılması ve örgütsel sinizmi azaltacak tedbirlerin uygulanması elzemdir. Bu tedbirler arasında şeffaf iletişim kanallarının kurulması, destekleyici liderlik uygulamalarının teşvik edilmesi ve çalışanların katılımını artıracak faaliyetlerin düzenlenmesi yer almaktadır. Akademik kurumlar bu tür önlemleri benimseyerek çalışanların bağlılığını artırabilir ve daha üretken bir çalışma ortamını teşvik edebilir.

Makale detayları

Indirect Effects of Relationship Quality on Organizational Commitment among Academics in Sports Science: The Mediating Roles of Psychological Empowerment and Organizational Cynicism

Yazarlar:

Mahmut Ulukan | Adnan Ersoy

Yayıncı:

Ataturk University

Ana Başlıklar:

Spor Biliminde Biyomekanik | Spor Faaliyetleri Yönetimi | Spor ve Rekreasyon

Dergi:

Research in Sport Education and Sciences Vol.27 Issue 1, pp.1-11

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

3/2025

Belge Dili:

İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.):

2001343734

pISSN:

2822-3527

Leader-member exchange (LMX)

organizational commitment

psychological empowerment

organizational cynicism

academic institutionsLider-üye ilişkisi (LMX)

örgütsel bağlılık

psikolojik güçlendirme

örgütsel sinizm

akademik kurumlar

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Makale detayları

Yazarlar: Mahmut Ulukan | Adnan Ersoy

Yayıncı: Ataturk University

Ana Başlıklar: Spor Biliminde Biyomekanik | Spor Faaliyetleri Yönetimi | Spor ve Rekreasyon

Dergi: Research in Sport Education and Sciences Vol.27 Issue 1, pp.1-11

Belge Tipi: Makale

Yayın Tarihi: 3/2025

Belge Dili: İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.): 2001343734

pISSN: 2822-3527

Sayı

Yazarlar:

Mahmut Ulukan | Adnan Ersoy

Yayıncı:

Ataturk University

Ana Başlıklar:

Spor Biliminde Biyomekanik | Spor Faaliyetleri Yönetimi | Spor ve Rekreasyon

Dergi:

Research in Sport Education and Sciences Vol.27 Issue 1, pp.1-11

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

3/2025

Belge Dili:

İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.):

2001343734

pISSN:

2822-3527