Moderating Effect of Age on Relationship between Organizational Commitment and Workplace Stress

Abstract

This paper delves into the relationship between two organizational variables: organizational commitment and workplace stress. It aims explore the dynamics between these variables and their interplay within organizational settings. The research primarily investigates the moderating influence of age on the association between organizational commitment and workplace stress. The objective of this study is to propose a novel approach to mitigating workplace stress by leveraging organizational commitment. The TCM Employee Commitment Survey and Workplace Stress Scale, were used to collect data from a sample comprising 162 employees working in the IT sector in Mumbai and Bengaluru. The analysis revealed a noteworthy trend wherein all three facets of organizational commitment—namely affective, continuance, and normative—exhibit a positive correlation with advancing age. Furthermore, a negative correlation emerged, indicating that employees displaying higher levels of organizational commitment tend to experience lower levels of workplace stress. In the concluding segment of the study, empirical evidence supports the hypothesis that age acts as a moderator, intensifying the relationship between organizational commitment and workplace stress. These findings have real world implications that can aid in providing novel ways for development of organizations and betterment of employees.