Abstract:
In trying to successfully respond to a world of interdependence and change, some
companies are adopting the principles of a Learning Organization. However, while promoting a
Learning Organization, the organizational climate may exert an influence on the behavior of
employees. Consequently, the researchers believe that an appropriate organizational climate is
needed to facilitate the efforts of the Learning Organization. The purpose of this study is to
examine the effects of the different organizational climates on Learning Organizations’ various
learning dimensions. Data was gathered through questionnaires from 101 employees working in
small and medium size companies from different industries. The results of the statistical analysis
indicated that organizational climates do affect the various dimensions of the Learning
Organizations. It also identified the organizational climates that significantly affect a given LO
dimension and their degree of influence. In addition, this study also determined the best
combination of climates that affect a particular LO dimension.
Citation:
Messarra, L. C., & El-Kassar, A. N. (2012). Identifying organizational climate affecting learning organization. Business Studies Academy, 4(1), 19.
