ORGANIZATIONAL LEARNING AND WORK PERFORMANCE AMONG THE EMPLOYEES OF A PRIVATE HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION:  A BASIS FOR A PROPOSED PATHWAY TO PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND PERFORMANCE PLAN

Paul Rean Fred D. Quibo-Quibo, MAEd; Gretchen B. Chavez, DBM

doi:10.65010/seairj.v6i1.223

ORGANIZATIONAL LEARNING AND WORK PERFORMANCE AMONG THE EMPLOYEES OF A PRIVATE HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION: A BASIS FOR A PROPOSED PATHWAY TO PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND PERFORMANCE PLAN

Paul Rean Fred D. Quibo-Quibo, MAEd, Gretchen B. Chavez, DBM

Abstract

This study explores the relationship between organizational learning and work performance among employees in a private higher education institution in Davao City, Philippines. Grounded in Senge’s Learning Organization Theory and Argyris and Schön’s Organizational Learning Theory, the research investigates how key dimensions of organizational learning—management commitment, systems perspective, openness and experimentation, and knowledge transfer—influence teachers' task and contextual performance. Using a descriptive-correlational design, data were gathered from 108 full-time faculty and staff through validated survey instruments. Findings revealed a high level of organizational learning (M = 3.75) and work performance (M = 4.19), with particularly strong scores in contextual performance. A significant positive relationship was identified (r = .449, p < .001), and regression analysis confirmed that organizational learning explained 20.1% of the variance in work performance. These results highlight the value of fostering a learning-driven culture to enhance job satisfaction and professional growth. Areas for improvement include recognizing innovation and promoting teamwork. The study proposes a six-week intervention plan to strengthen organizational learning practices and reduce burnout. The findings offer actionable insights for institutional leaders seeking to support educator development and advance organizational effectiveness through targeted, evidence-based strategies.

Keywords

Education, Organizational learning, Work performance, Descriptive-correlational design, Philippines

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