The Impact of Ethical Leadership on Organizational Commitment: The Case of Participation Banks

Authors : Ali Özcan, Muharrem Emre Emek

Pages : 264-281

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Publication Date : 2024-12-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Participation banking is a banking model based on profit-sharing principles, where the institution and employees operate in accordance with ethical values. In this model, the managers and employees of the organization adopt ethical principles such as honesty, transparency, and fairness. Organizational commitment refers to the emotional and psychological attachment of employees to the organization. A participation banking model managed in line with profit-sharing principles increases employees\\\' commitment to their jobs and the organization. This research aims to determine whether ethical leadership plays a role in the perception of organizational commitment. The population of the study consists of individuals working at a public bank. The total number of employees is 2,776. The sample of the study is calculated to be 324 individuals. A total of 338 people participated in the survey. The study found a positive relationship between ethical leadership and organizational commitment. This research emphasizes the importance of ethical leadership in the field of participation banking, highlighting the significance of enhancing the commitment to ethical values within the institution and the emotional attachment of employees to the organization.
Keywords : Etik liderlik, Örgütsel bağlılık, Katılım bankacılığı

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