https://i-scholar.in/index.php/oahj/issue/feed OPUS: HR Journal 2022-10-08T03:31:52+00:00 K.S. Subramanian publishing@publishingindia.com Open Journal Systems <div id="i-scholarabout">OPUS: Organization People &amp; US, is a double blind peer reviewed scholarly journal published annually by the Centre of Excellence - Human Resources, of the Symbiosis Centre of Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD), in collaboration with PublishingIndia.com. The journal aims to provide an avenue for discussion, debate and information sharing about research, provocative ideas and arguments stemming from the theories and practice of HRM, OB and related disciplines.</div> https://i-scholar.in/index.php/oahj/article/view/214937 Examining the Mediating Role of Peer Support, Manager Support, and Family Support on Occupational Stress 2022-10-08T03:31:52+00:00 Mathiazhagan A. harshadhelamurugan@gmail.com Nagarajan S. K. Elamurugan Balasundaram harshadhelamurugan@gmail.com In occupational stress research, the mediating functions of peer support, manager support, and family support have not been adequately studied to determine their likely intervening impacts. Based on the JCDS theory, the present research examines a model to assess the relevance of these components in occupational stress and its antecedents (Job demand, Job control, and role clarity). Responses from an online survey of 441 academic faculty members from various Indian higher educational institutions suggest that Family support mediated Job demand, Job control, role clarity, and their potential influence on Occupational stress is significant. The relationship between Occupational stress and its antecedents (Job demand, Job control, and Role clarity) mediated by Peer support has also had a significant impact on managing occupational stress. At the same time, the association between Occupational Stress and Manager Support did not significantly mediate its Antecedents. The importance of lowering the harmful effect of occupational stress in the academic institution context was explored. The findings and their theory and practice implications and future study techniques to better our understanding of occupational stress are discussed further. 2022-06-01T00:00:00+00:00 https://i-scholar.in/index.php/oahj/article/view/214910 The Effect of Organizational Politics on Employee Engagement 2022-10-08T03:31:52+00:00 Solomon Getaneh Mersha solomongetaneh12@gmail.com Abdurezak Mohammed Kuhil Assessing organizational politics’ effect on employee engagement in Ethiopian Ministry of Revenues was the aim of this study. To this end, a quantitative research approach with explanatory research design was employed. Questionnaire was developed and used for data collection purpose. Descriptive and inferential analysis was also conducted. The results of the study reveal a negative and moderate association of organizational politics and employee engagement. It was observed that 47.4% variance in employees’ engagement was caused by organizational politics. Accordingly, to minimize adverse impact organizational politics has on employee engagement level introducing as well as taking measures that reduce individual’s political behaviors by making procedures and standards in a clear way and with effective communication channels should be in place. It is also recommended that the managers of Ministry of Revenues should introduce policies and strategies that enhance the engagement level of employees related to implementing competitive and attractive compensation package, giving appropriate recognition and rewards for excellent performers, establishing open communication, healthiest employee relation, and participatory management. 2022-06-01T00:00:00+00:00 https://i-scholar.in/index.php/oahj/article/view/214940 An Inclusive Study of the Need for Succession Planning Processes and Trends in Organizations 2022-10-08T03:31:52+00:00 Anusha Thakur anushathakur89@yahoo.com The process of succession planning and integrating the legacy plays a crucial role in today’s competitive and talented market. The concept of passing on the legacy in a business tends to be a reality with governance tools, proactive planning, and readiness of the current generation to cater to the change as they pave the path for the successors in the business. Transfer of planning and ownership poses to be one of the most challenging factors faced by any business (Raju, 2018). This article entails the analysis of succession planning in organizations, with various success factors contributing to its implementation. This gathered information offers insights into the process of succession planning, factors driving its need or demand, along with different strategies associated with the same. In addition to these, different restraints impacting the implementation of succession planning have also been discussed in the paper 2022-06-01T00:00:00+00:00 https://i-scholar.in/index.php/oahj/article/view/214939 Relationship between Organisational Commitment, Work Conflict and Innovative Behaviour: Empirical Evidence from Banking Industry 2022-10-08T03:31:52+00:00 Jnaneswar K. jnaneswar@gmail.com Rahul A. Alisha Oscar Globalization and the growing demands and expectations of customers have led to companies being more and more dependent on the human resources it possesses. An employees’ commitment towards the organisation leads to several favourable outcomes for both individuals and organisation. A highly committed employee will provide innovative ideas enabling the company to be more competitive in the market. Companies need to pay attention to their innovative capabilities and turn them into their innovative products and services. This progress can however be disrupted as a result of conflict that may arise between employees’ in the organisation. The goal of this research is to learn more about the association between organisational commitment, innovative behaviour, and workplace conflict in the Indian banking industry. The study also explores the impact of various demographic variables on organisational commitment, work conflict and innovative behaviour. Data were collected from 199 personnel working in the Indian banking sector. The findings revealed that organisational commitment is positively associated with innovative behaviour but not with work conflict. The study also revealed a negative relationship between innovative behaviour and work conflict. Demographic analysis of the concepts revealed no significant differences 2022-06-01T00:00:00+00:00 https://i-scholar.in/index.php/oahj/article/view/214938 Proposing an Integrative Framework as Small Business Strategic Response to Crisis Evidenced on Stakeholder’s Perspective 2022-10-08T03:31:52+00:00 Shikha Bhardwaj shikhab@iimsambalpur.ac.in Shalini Sharma shalinish0506@gmail.com Bhumika Gupta Gupta bhumika.gupta@imt-bs.eu The global pandemic COVID-19 had worst hit the businesses all over the world particularly micro and small business. The small businesses especially in the essential commodity category have joggled both financial and social front. A quick response to crisis may help small and micro business to sustain and survive, therefore, it appears as a quest for many researchers and practitioners in recent past. Based on social exchange theory, the research paper attempts to understand key issues faced by small business through a case study approach and thereafter identify potential solutions from stakeholder’s perspective through interview. Based on content analysis, the study summarizes and assembles the results into five strategic responses to crisis namely government assured schemes, industry mentoring, eco-system support, owners’ self-sufficiency, and goal-driven business strategy. The paper uniquely demonstrates interactionist view of problem and presents an integrated framework as a response to crisis by small and medium enterprises. 2022-06-01T00:00:00+00:00