Abusive Supervision and Organizational Citizenship Behavior: Implications for HR Practitioners

Journal Title: Annals of Contemporary Developments in Management & HR - Year 2019, Vol 1, Issue 2

Abstract

The present article aims to shed light on the concept of abusive supervision which is a growing organizational issue across the globe. Therein, the authors have attempted to underline some of the important scholarly findings and what they are suggesting particularly with regard to the effects of abusive supervision towards voluntary efforts for organizational betterment. The article elaborates on the growing concern of impolite, rude and hostile behaviours of supervising authorities towards their subordinates and how they could result critically for organizations aspiring to enhance citizenship behaviours. In parallel, the article also expounds on HRM as a strategic concept whilst unleashing on elements relating to technological primacy. The article aims to serve as a guideline for individuals enthusiastic to learn about the concept of abusive supervision and its consequences on individual citizenship behaviours towards the business. The paper concludes with implications for businesses in general and for HR practitioners in particular for better scholarly understanding of the discussed relationship.

Authors and Affiliations

Adel Ali Yassin Alzyoud, Ogutu Joseph Odhiabo

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  • EP ID EP611130
  • DOI 10.33166/ACDMHR.2019.02.001
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Adel Ali Yassin Alzyoud, Ogutu Joseph Odhiabo (2019). Abusive Supervision and Organizational Citizenship Behavior: Implications for HR Practitioners. Annals of Contemporary Developments in Management & HR, 1(2), 1-7. https://www.europub.co.uk/articles/-A-611130