An Analysis of Engagement Levels of Employees in Audit Firms During Pandemic

  • Madhyvadany M, Dr. S. Panboli
Keywords: Engagement level, Organisation, Employees, Audit firms

Abstract

Level of employee engagement is a predictor of both individual and organizational performance, hence there is an utmost necessity to bind the employees together and keep a constant vigil on the engagement levels with the organisation. In the toughest and unpredicted situations like pandemic it is a challenging spell for all organisations to make employees stick towards their organisation, with increased levels of engagement. In addition, it is highly required for the organisations to keep the employees associated with strong mind towards their job and contributing their best in this virtual mode.

The main purpose of this paper is to analyse the engagement level of employees in audit firms in recent pandemic situation. This study is based on collection of data in survey method for the preliminary pilot test of 64 respondents employed in various organisations in audit firms. Selection of samples was carried out using convenience sampling technique. This research model comprises of two factors, organisation and individual enhancing the engagement level of employees. The results are based on descriptive analysis and reliability tests showcasing the prominent items considered for enhancing the levels of engagement among employees during this pandemic situation. Furthermore, structural equation modelling is carried out to understand relationship among variables. This study reveals that there is an evident gap in engagement levels among employees whose nature of job involving travel and not involving travel. This research is a pilot analysis for further investigation on the contributors of work engagement of individuals.

Published
2021-10-14
How to Cite
Dr. S. Panboli, M. M. (2021). An Analysis of Engagement Levels of Employees in Audit Firms During Pandemic. Design Engineering, 4120-4127. Retrieved from http://www.thedesignengineering.com/index.php/DE/article/view/5358
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