Motivation and Career Satisfaction at Higher Education in Syria: A Sample from Private University

Abstract

This research paper examines the effect of motivational factors, extrinsic and intrinsic factors which effect on staff satisfaction at work at universities in Syria. The research methodology employs a quantitative design ofquestionnaire instrument. The model predicts that if employees develop high levels of motivation in their work and organizations, this will stimulate a good quality in their productivity and develop satisfaction at work. Motivation in general, extrinsic factors, intrinsic factors and job satisfaction are based on prior research measures. Sampling strategy employed non-probability sampling. The size of the sample is 35. The results of the research designate that intrinsic and extrinsic motivation factors are positively associated with employee job satisfaction. The results of this study are to provide knowledge regarding of motivation for academic staff at private university. The findings of this report should provide higher education with information to know how to deal with academic staff in higher education. At last, the outcome of this study is valuable information that help in building an effective plan to improve academic staff career