Assessing Faculty Job Satisfaction and Retention in Private Colleges

Abstract

This study aims to elucidate the impact of job satisfaction on faculty retention, which refers to private colleges capacity to retain its employees, particularly those who possess exceptional talent. Organizations implement a range of retention activities with the aim of retaining their staff. Retention activities can be characterized as a collection of efforts that are intended to enhance the level of organizational commitment among faculty staff, providing them with a wide range of ambitious possibilities to excel and develop. The maintenance of faculty retention is crucial for the ongoing viability of college operations and has the potential to serve as a significant competitive advantage for an organization over an extended period of time. The growth of the higher education system is being threatened by faculty unhappiness and a decline in the number of qualified individuals opting for a career in academia. Within the dynamic realm of higher education, the issue of faculty job satisfaction and retention in private colleges has gained significant relevance. It is crucial for educational institutions to not only attract highly skilled instructors but also retain them in order to maintain a consistent level of academic excellence and foster institutional growth. The primary objective of this research endeavor was to investigate the many aspects of faculty job satisfaction and retention inside private institutions. Additionally, the study sought to uncover potential relationships among these dimensions. The reported findings offer valuable insights into key facets of faculty life within these institutions, offering potential guidance for the development of policies and procedures aimed at improving both teacher satisfaction and long-term dedication. This study article aims to examine the correlation between faculty job satisfaction and retention in private colleges located in Pune, Maharashtra.