Team Management as A Tool for Organizational Performance in Selected Higher Institutions in Enugu State, Nigeria

The study is undertaken to how team management  could  be  used as effective tool for organizational performance in selected higher in Enugu State, Nigeria.

However, the specific objectives of the study were to ascertain the effect of (i) participative of team on goal (ii) shared responsibility in team management on workers morale

(iii) alignment of purpose on employee satisfaction (iv)communication in team management on control over organizational environment.

The literature was reviewed along the line of conceptual framework, theoretical framework and empirical review.

The  study  adopted  descriptive survey design in which three (3) Institutions in Enugu State, Nigeria were studied. (vis-á-vis IMT, Enugu, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) and Enugu State College of Education (Technical).

The  population  of  the study was 1605 and the sample size of 963 was obtained using Cochran sample size estimation formula 92005).

The sampling selection was stratified sampling method; research instrument used for the study was self-developed structured questionnaire in five point Likert scale, and oral interview guide.

Data collected were presented descriptively using tables, frequencies and percentages. The ability test was  by Pearson Product Movement Correlation coefficient.

The test of hypotheses were performed using simple regression. The major findings of the study were that: participative  leadership  positively affect  organizational goal attainment (r =  36.64, p< 1.96,).

Shared  responsibility to  a  large extent significantly affect workers; morale (r= 90.97, p < 1.96). There is positive effect of communication on control over organizational environment (r = 86.64, p < 1.96).

The work concludes that team Management has become a veritable tool for organizations that is seeking for improvement in their current developmental status and intend to achieve leadership height in its operating environment.

Table Of Contents

Approval    i
Declaration  ii
Dedication   iii
Acknowledgements    iv
Abstract   v
List of Tables  vi
List of Figures  vii
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION

• Background of Study 1
• Statement of the Problem 4
• Objectives of Study 7
• Research Questions 7
• Research Hypotheses 8
• Significance Of Study 8
• The Scope of Study 8
• Limitation of Study 9
• Operational Definitions of Terms 9
• Brief Profile of Selected Institutions Under Studied 10
• References        12

CHAPTER TWO: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

• Introduction 14
• Conceptual Framework 14
• Theoretical Framework 21

• Impact of Team Building Strategies 30
• Implementation of Team Building Strategies 33
• The Goal of Team Building 34
• Goal Setting In Teams 35
• Problem Solving Team Contrasted With Work Team 36

2.4.1. Effect of Participative Leadership on Goal Attainment      37

• Shared Responsibility on Workers’ Morale 38
• Alignment of Purpose on Employee Satisfaction 38
• Communication on Control Over Organizational Environment 39

• Summary of Reviewed Literature 41
• Gaps in the Literature on Team Management as a Tool for Organizational Performance     41
• References         43

CHAPTER THREE: METHODOLOGY

• Research Design 47
• Sources of Data 47
  • Primary Sources 47
  • Secondary Sources 47
• Population of the Study 47
• Sample Size Determination and Sample Technology 48
• Research Instrument 48
• Validity of the Instrument 49
• Reliability of the Instrument 49
• Model Specification 50
• Method of Data Analysis 51
• References              53

CHAPTER FOUR: DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS

• Data Presentation 54
• Discussion of Results Findings 69
• References           71

CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY OF FINDINGS, DECISION OF RESULTS, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

• Summary of Findings 72
• Conclusion 72
• Recommendations 72
• Contribution to Knowledge 73
• Suggestion for Further Research 73

Bibliography             74
Appendix        81
Questionnaire               82
Interview Schedule         85

Introduction

Background Of Study
The human resources is unique in yet another significant way.  This  study  is considering how effective human resources management constitutes an essential ingredient for harmonizing and seeking to match  the  expectations  needs  and objectives of the employees, with those of the organization on a continuous basis.

In view of this development, organizational life requires at least some degree of co- ordination through operation of groups and team work. Teams are increasingly becoming the primary means for organizing work in contemporary  organization.

Robins and Judge (2007:306) state that understanding of the nature, impact of groups and teams and their effects is vital if the manager is to influence the behavior of the people in the work situation.

Therefore mangers must be aware of  the  impact  of groups and teams and their effects on organizational performance.

Mahajam (2011:486) state that a team is a small number of  people  with  complementary skills, who are committed to common purpose, a set of performance goal, and an approach for which they hold themselves  accountable.

Team  building  and team management is very necessary as many tasks can only be completed successfully by cooperating with others. Good communication with the  team  is  vital  to ensure common understanding;

contribution of every person is valued and trusted. Besides, team members have responsibilities which include supporting, encouraging each other, demonstrating trust and respect.

Teams are more successful in  implementing complex plans, develop more creative solutions to difficult problems, they develop the saving approach to problem solving.
This is why we have a popular saying that “two good heads are better than one”.

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