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The Dimensions of Job Characteristics: A Validation Study in a Malaysian Context
Johanim Johari, Khulida Kirana Yahya, Daratul Ambia Che Mit and Abdullah Omar

Abstract: This study attempts to examine the psychometric properties of the job characteristics construct which integrates 5 subscales-skill variety, task identity, task significance, autonomy and feedback using a Malay language version of the Job Diagnostic Survey (JDS). A priori proposition was made that job characteristics could be explained by the 5 aforementioned factors. SPSS version 14 and AMOS 16 were used to analyze the data. The results supported the hypothesis of the study that job characteristics can be measured by the 5 theorized factors. The findings also showed acceptable internal consistency reliability for the overall and the 5 specific subscales of job characteristics factor. Based on the results, it can be concluded that the Malay translated version of JDS can be a useful instrument in assessing the job characteristics construct.

How to cite this article
Johanim Johari, Khulida Kirana Yahya, Daratul Ambia Che Mit and Abdullah Omar, 2011. The Dimensions of Job Characteristics: A Validation Study in a Malaysian Context. International Business Management, 5: 91-103.

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