Analysis

The Employee Retention Scale (ERS) is designed to measure the factors influencing employees’ intentions to remain within an organization.

Objective

The primary goal of the scale is to assess the key determinants affecting employees’ decisions to stay in their organization. This evaluation helps managers, HR professionals, and researchers understand employee needs and preferences, enabling them to implement strategies to enhance talent retention.

Calibration

The scale assesses various dimensions, including: Job satisfaction, Organizational commitment, Career development opportunities, Work environment and conditions.Responses are typically measured using a 5-point or 7-point Likert scale, with answers ranging from “Strongly Disagree” to “Strongly Agree.”

References

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Allen, D. G., Shore, L. M., & Griffeth, R. W. (2003). The Role of Perceived Organizational Support and Supportive Human Resource Practices in the Turnover Process. Journal of Management, 29(1), 99-118.

Meyer, J. P., & Allen, N. J. (1991). A Three-Component Conceptualization of Organizational Commitment. Human Resource Management Review, 1(1), 61-89.