Ethnic Differences and Motivation Based on Maslow’s Theory at a Medical University
- Author:
Jagmohni Kaur Sidhu
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Maslow, motivation, ethnic, medical, university
- From:International e-Journal of Science, Medicine and Education
2007;1(1):46-51
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Introduction: Motivation in Malaysia is to a large
extent influenced by the value system amongst all
Malaysians. Being able to motivate employees is one of
the important keys to the success of the organization.
In this paper, an attempt was made to look into the
needs of employees in organizations and in particular,
the needs based on Maslow’s theory on motivation.
Subjects and Methods: Employees which consisted of
both academic and administrative employees of the
International Medical University (IMU) were surveyed
using a standard questionnaire. The aim of this study
was to compare which levels of Maslow’s hierarchy of
needs theory had been fulfilled and which needs were
yet to be fulfilled in the different ethnic groups at IMU.
Results: Amongst the males, the Chinese and Indian
ethnic groups placed most emphasis on the esteem needs
and on self-actualization needs. The Malay males gave
importance to Safety needs. Amongst the female ethnic
groups, all three groups placed most importance on the
esteem needs and self-actualization needs. The Chinese
females scored the lowest for the Basic needs compared
to the Malay and Indian females. The Indian females
scored the lowest for Social needs.
Conclusion: Organisations should play an important
role in the motivation of employees. Human resource
development is an integral part in the development of
its employees.
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