Author:
Al‐Omari Mohammad Ahmad,Johari Husna,Suan Choo Ling
Abstract
PurposeThe objective of this study is to examine the factors that contribute to workplace violence in one of the higher education institutes that is based in Malaysia.Design/methodology/approachThe paper's approach is to use a survey, SPSS and multiple regression analysis.FindingsThe findings show that there is a positive significant relationship between the working environment and workplace violence, while the other factors, co‐worker relationship and management style, show no relationship with workplace violence.Originality/valueThe study will improve management understanding of which factors affect workplace violence. By increasing their knowledge on the above, this can assist the management to take preventive action to minimize workplace violence in the organization.
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