Validation of the three-component model of organizational commitment questionnaire

ABSTRACT

The psychometric evaluation of the measurement models developed in Western cultures has remained an important consideration in generalizability of the constructs. The present study was designed to test the theoretical factor structure of the Meyer and Allen's model of Organizational Commitment within higher education institutions in Pakistan. The measurement model assesses employees' experience of organizational commitment as three simultaneous mindsets encompassing; affective, continuance, and normative commitment. The participants included a sample of 426 regular faculty members of public and private sector Universities located in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, and Lahore cities of Punjab, Pakistan. Confirmatory Factor Analysis was used to analyze the data. Results of fit indices, factor loadings, consideration of reliability indices, and an understanding of the meaning of the items in relation to the Pakistani working culture were used as decision criteria to retain or exclude items within respective factors. The findings of this study provide support for the existing three factor structure of the OCQ along with the need for modification of the Continuance Commitment Scale. The findings were discussed in light of a culture-based understanding of dynamics of work and commitment