Tanova, Cem and Ajayi, Olusegun
(2016)
International Faculty Member Sociocultural
Adjustment And Intention To Stay: Evidence From
North Cyprus.
Asian Academy of Management Journal (AAMJ), 21 (1).
pp. 1-26.
ISSN 1394-2603
Abstract
This study examines how sociocultural adjustment of international faculty members
working in universities in North Cyprus may relate to their intention to stay. The
antecedents of sociocultural adjustment are also investigated. The study used a
questionnaire administered to a sample of 85 international faculty members working at
five universities in North Cyprus in order to investigate the factors that influence their
cultural adjustment in terms of work, interaction and general adjustment. The study also
investigates how the facets of socio cultural adjustment may influence a faculty member's
intention to stay in their current institution. Data analysis and hypothesis testing was
carried out using a path analysis in SPSS AMOS 20. Previous international work
experiences were found to influence and facilitate all facets of cultural adjustment.
Perceived cultural similarity was linked to work and interaction adjustment. The
strongest predictor of intention to remain in the current country and institution was
interaction adjustment. General and work adjustment's influence on intention to stay is
mediated by interaction adjustment. The results indicate that academic institutions that
rely on international academics need to develop effective selection systems. The selection
and recruitment systems should not only focus on technical skills but also on the
characteristics and experiences that will facilitate adjustment to a new culture. Academic
institutions should also ensure that orientation and mentoring programs are provided
that facilitate adjustment not only to the organisation but also to the culture.
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