RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ISLAMIC WORK ETHICS (IWE) AND JOB SATISFACTION PRACTICE IN MALAYSIA

Abstract

Ethics can be referred to as a set of values, norms and moral foundations that can determine and distinguish a human action whether it is good or bad. Additionally, Islamic work ethic has a deeper value and goal to achieve which is not only achievement in this world but also in the hereafter. Through the values that exist in Islamic work ethics can shape and build an effective management and organization as well as improve the performance and achievements of an organization and employees. Job satisfaction is one of the main issues often associated with Islamic work ethics. This paper aims to discuss Islamic work ethics, especially those involving job satisfaction. The findings of the study show that Islamic work ethics has a significant relationship with job satisfaction.

Keywords: Ethics, Islamic work ethics, job satisfaction