An Assessment of Factors Differentiating Perceptions towards Job Satisfaction among Male & Female Employees

Abstract

Job satisfaction is an essential component of workforce productivity and enthusiasm. Similarly, teachers are the workforce of the University. The paper studies the various factors influencing Job Satisfaction among University Teachers in Nagpur city. This study attempts to identify the differences in factors leading to job satisfaction among the teachers. The researcher believes that this can lead to the identification of specific steps that can be taken to ameliorate the issues. Data collected using a questionnaire was analyzed using Independent Samples t-test.The results of the test revealed that there is a significant difference with respect to the factors of training opportunities, reward systems, recognition of performance, favourable working environment, communication within organization, appropriate and timely feedback, code of ethics and opportunities of advancement among male and female respondents.  Suggestions and recommendations to tackle the issues have been made.