Effects of rewards on employee motivation

Master's Thesis , 2020 , 73 Pages

Leadership and Human Resources - Employee Motivation, Employee Satisfaction

The general objective of this study is to assess the effect of reward on employee motivation in Kirkos sub city administration, Addis Ababa. The study aims at assessment of the effect of reward on employee motivation in selected Kirkos sub city administration. Descriptive and inferential analysis was used to describe the effect of intrinsic and extrinsic rewards on employee motivation. Out of a total target population of four hundred fortify one administrative employee; two hundred ten samples were taken in probability sampling more specifically, stratified sampling, technique from the Kirkos sub city administration chief executive pool. Questionnaire was developed and distributed to the administrative employees. The finding of the study indicated that administrative employees of the administration have moderate satisfaction with the total reward practices. However; employees are motivated better by intrinsic rewards than extrinsic rewards. When each extrinsic reward items were computed, employees showed dissatisfaction from bonuses, similarly, when variables of each intrinsic reward were examined employees have moderate satisfaction the relationship of manager.

Table of Contents

• Abstract
• Acknowledgments
• Table of Contents
• List of Table
• List of Figure
• List of Abbreviations / Acronyms
• CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
• 1.1 Background of the study
• 1.2. Statement of the Problem
• 1.3. The objective of the study
• 1.3.1 General Objective
• 1.3.2 Specific Objectives
• 1.4. Research questions
• 1.5. Scope of the study
• 1.6. Limitation of the Study
• 1.7. Significance of the study
• 1.8, Operational Definition of Key Term
• 1.9 Organization of the Study
• CHAPTER TWO: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
• 2.1. INTRODUCTION
• 2.2. Theoretical Framework of Literature Review
• 2.2.1 Meaning of Motivation
• 2.2.2. intrinsic versus extrinsic motivation
• 2.2.3 Content (need) theory of motivation
• 2.2.4. Theories of Motivation
• 2.2.5. Processes theories of motivation
• 2.2.6. Definition of Reward
• 2.2.7. Types of Reward Intrinsic and Extrinsic Rewards
• 2.2.8. Reward system
• 2.3. Empirical Literature Review
• 2.3.1 Conceptual Framework
• CHAPTER THREE: METHODOLOGY OF THE STUDY
• 3.1 Introduction
• 3.2 Research design
• 3.3. Research approach
• 3.4. The population and sample size
• 3.5. Sampling design
• 3.6. Source and Instrument of Data Collection
• 3.7. Data collection techniques
• 3.8. Methods of Data Analysis
• 3.9. Validity and Reliability of the Research Instrument
• CHAPTER FOUR: RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
• 4.1. Introduction
• 4.2. Socio-demographic Characteristics of the Respondents
• 4.3. Data Analysis of Reward Variables and Employee Motivation
• 4.4. Mean and Standard Deviation of Intrinsic Reward
• 4.5 .Data Analysis of Reward Variables and Employee Motivation
• 4.6. The impact of intrinsic rewards on employee motivation information section
• 4.7. Level of Employee Satisfaction from Extrinsic and Intrinsic Rewards
• 4.8 The level of motivation related questions
• 4.9 Mean & standard deviation of work motivation
• 4.10, Relationship between Reward Practices and Work Motivation
• 4.11, The Effect of Reward Practices on Motivation
• 4.12, Discussion
• CHAPTER FIVE
• Summary of Major Findings, Conclusion and Recommendation
• 5.1. Major Findings
• Summary of major findings
• 5.2. Conclusion
• 5.3. Recommendation
• Appendices A
• Appendices B

Objectives and Key Themes

The study aims to assess the impact of reward systems on employee motivation within the Kirkos Sub-City Administration in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The research utilizes both descriptive and inferential analysis to examine the effects of intrinsic and extrinsic rewards on employee motivation. The study was conducted on a sample of administrative employees from the Kirkos Sub-City Administration.

• The relationship between reward practices and employee motivation
• The effectiveness of both intrinsic and extrinsic rewards in motivating employees
• The relative importance of different types of rewards in influencing employee motivation
• The impact of reward systems on employee satisfaction
• The factors that contribute to employee motivation within the Kirkos Sub-City Administration

Chapter Summaries

• Chapter One: Introduction This chapter sets the stage for the research by providing background information on the study, outlining the problem statement, objectives, research questions, scope, limitations, and significance of the study. It also defines key terms and provides an overview of the study's organization.
• Chapter Two: Review of Related Literature This chapter delves into the existing theoretical and empirical literature on motivation and reward systems. It examines various theories of motivation, differentiates between intrinsic and extrinsic rewards, and explores the concept of a reward system. This chapter also presents a conceptual framework for the study.
• Chapter Three: Methodology of the Study This chapter outlines the research design, approach, population, sample size, sampling technique, data collection methods, data analysis methods, and instrument validity and reliability. The chapter details the procedures used to conduct the research.
• Chapter Four: Results and Discussion This chapter presents the findings of the study, analyzing the relationship between reward practices and employee motivation. It examines the effects of both intrinsic and extrinsic rewards on motivation, explores the level of employee satisfaction with different types of rewards, and discusses the factors influencing employee motivation within the Kirkos Sub-City Administration.

Keywords

The study focuses on the key concepts of reward, motivation, and their impact on employees. The primary themes include intrinsic rewards, extrinsic rewards, employee satisfaction, and the effectiveness of different reward systems in fostering a motivated workforce. Additionally, the research analyzes the specific context of the Kirkos Sub-City Administration, providing valuable insights into the motivation of administrative employees within this setting.

• Author: Getaneh Abebaw (Author)
• Publication Year: 2020
• Pages: 73
• Catalog Number: V946298
• ISBN (PDF): 9783346561640
• ISBN (Book): 9783346561657
• Language: English
• Tags: effects