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knowledge.
Some people consider research as a movement, a movement from the known
to the unknown. It is actually a voyage of discovery. We all possess the vital
instinct of inquisitiveness for, when the unknown confronts us, we wonder
our inquisitiveness makes us probe and attain full and fuller understanding of
the unknown. The inquisitiveness is the mother of all knowledge and the
method, which ma employees for obtaining the knowledge of whatever the
unknown, can be termed as research.
OBJECTIVES OF RESEARCH
The purpose of research is to discover answers to questions through the application of
scientific procedures. The main aim of the research is to find out the truth which is
hidden and which has not been discovered as yet. Though each research study has its
own specific purpose, we may think of research objectives as falling in number of
following broad groupings:
TYPES OF RESEARCH
The basic types of researches are as follows:
(i)
(ii)
scientific knowledge.
Quantitative vs. qualitative: Quantitative research is based on the
measurement of quantity or amount. It is applicable to phenomena that
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Research Methodology is a way to systematically solve the research problem.
It may be understood as a science of studying how the research is done systematically.
In it we study the various steps that are generally ado[ted by a researcher in studying
his research problem along with the logic behind them. It is necessary for the
researcher to know not only the methods/techniques but also the methodology.
Researcher not only need to know how to develop certain indices or tests, how to
calculate mean, the mode, the median or the standard deviation or chi square, how to
apply particular research techniques, but they also needs to know which of these
methods or techniques are relevant and which are not, an what would they mean and
indicate and why. Researchers also need to understand the assumptions underlying
various techniques and they need to know the criteria by which they can decide that
certain techniques and procedures will be applicable to certain problems and others
will not. All this means that it is necessary for the researcher to design his
methodology for his problem as the same may differ from problem to problem.
From what has been stated above, we can say that research methodology has
many dimensions and research methods do constitute a part of the research
methodology. The scope of research methodology is wider than that of research
methods. Thus, when we talk of research methodology we not only talk of the research
methods but also consider the logic behind the methods we use in the context of our
research study and explain why we are using a particular method or technique and
why we are not using others so that research results are capable of being evaluated
either by the researcher himself or by others. Why a researcher study has been
undertaken, how the research problem has been defined, in what way and why the
hypothesis has been formulated, why data have been collected and what particular
method has been adopted, why particular technique of analysing data has been used
and a host of similar other questions are usually answered when we talk of research
methodology concerning a research problem or study.
RESEARCH DESIGN
Descriptive research studies are those studies are those studies which are
concerned with describing the characteristics of a particular individual, or of a group.
Studies concerned with specific predictions, with narration of facts and characteristics
concerning individual, group or situation are all examples of descriptive research
studies. Most of the social research comes under this category.
From the point of view of the research design, in descriptive research the
researcher must be able to define clearly, what he wants to measure and must find
adequate methods for measuring it along with a clear cut definition of population he
wants to study. Since the aim is to obtain complete and accurate information in the
said studies, the procedure to be used must be carefully planned. The research design
must make clear provision for protection against bias and must maximise reliability,
with due concern for economic completion of the research study. The design in such
study must be rigid and not flexible and must focus attention on the following:
(a) Formulating the objective of the study (what the study is about and why is it
being made?)
(b) Designing the methods of data collection (what techniques of gathering data
will be adopted?)
(c) Selecting the sample (how much material will be needed?)
(d) Collecting the data (where can the required data be found and with what time
period should the data be related?)
(e) Processing and analysis of the data.
(f) Reporting the findings.
To examine the level of satisfaction regarding the safety measures given to the
employees of organisation
To examine whether the employees are able to keep their ideas and
suggestions in front of seniors without any fear and hesitation or not.
What is a schedule
A schedule is a proforma containing a set of questions which is filled by the
enumerators who are specially appointed for the purpose. These enumerators along
with schedules go to the respondents (employees in this case), put to them the
questions from the proforma in the order the questions are listed and record the replies
in the space meant for the same in the proforma. In certain cases schedules may be
handed over to respondents and enumerators may help them in recording their
answers in various questions in the said schedules. Enumerators explain the aims and
objects of the investigation and also remove the difficulties which any respondent
may feel in understanding the implications of a particular question or the definition or
concept of difficult terms.
This method of data collection is very useful in extensive enquiries and can
lead to fairly reliable results. It is, however, very expensive and is usually adopted in
investigations conducted by government agencies or by some big organisations.
(b) Secondary Data
For collecting the secondary data, help is taken from various books, magazines,
journals and various websites on the internet.
cost almost invariably lead to a selection of respondents i.e., selection of only a few
items. The respondents selected should be as representative of the total population as
possible in order to produce a miniature cross section. The selected respondents
constitute what technically is called a sample and the selection process is called
sampling technique.
The survey so conducted is known as sample survey.
In case of Grasim Industries Ltd. (Staple Fibre Division) Nagda, M.P. the total
number of employees working in the organisation constitute the Universe or the
Population of the organisation.
The details of total number of employees working in this organisation are as
follows:
1. Staff 459 employees (approx.)
2. Permanent workers 1980 employees (approx.)
3. Contract labours 3200 employees (approx.)
Type of Employee
459
3200
Staf
1980
Permanent Workers
Contract Labours
Source List
It is also known as sampling frame from which sample is to be drawn. It
contains the names of all the items of a universe (in case of finite universe only). Such
a list should be comprehensive correct reliable and appropriate. It is extremely
important for the source list to be as representative of the population as possible.
Sample Size
No. Of Respondents
10
SPG
15
VISCOSE
15
15
15
AFT
10
15
PC
CS2
AUX
IR
SECURITY
Type of Sampling
In this study, the Probability Sampling technique has been used.
DATA ANALYSIS
In order to do the work properly, an insight about the organization and the
employees was necessary. For this purpose an extensive study was initially done
about the Employee Satisfaction. After the initial study, the survey was started in
order to get the questionnaire filled by them.
On the basis of the information collected in the interviews from the
respondents and schedules filled by them, certain findings were made on the basis of
which some recommendations too were given to the organization so as to improve the
level of satisfaction of their employees. These findings and recommendations would
go a long way of satisfaction and service in order to retain the employees in the
organisation. They also point the aspect in which the organization is lacking and need
to improvise upon as well as the aspect, which are its plus point and which can really
help in future.
Researcher has identified suitable statistical and analytical software after gathering of
data. Researcher has used Microsoft EXCEL software to analyse the data and other
suitable statistical tools were also used for the purpose of data analysis process.
1. The sample size taken for the survey is very less when compared to the whole
universe due to lack of time and resources.
2. Biasness of respondents can be other constraints for researcher.
Percentage
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 1
Tenure of Employees
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing the age group of the employees in the organisation:
Table: 2
Age Group
Percentage
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 2
Age Group
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the salary paid to the
employees:
Table: 3
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 3
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the incentives given to the
employees:
Table: 4
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 4
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the fringe benefits given to the
employees:
Table: 5
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 5
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the trainings and promotions
given to the employees:
Table: 6
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 6
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the opportunities given to the
employees to express their ideas freely :
Table: 7
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 7
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the actions taken on the ideas
and suggestions given by the employees:
Table: 8
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 8
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the working hours decided by
the organisation:
Table: 9
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 9
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the behaviour and cooperation of the co-workers:
Table: 10
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 10
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the drinking water facilities in
the workplace:
Table: 11
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 11
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the toilet facilities in the
workplace:
Table: 12
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 12
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the electricity facilities in the
workplace:
Table: 13
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 13
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the maintenance of machinery
at the workplace:
Table: 14
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 14
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the cleanliness at the
workplace:
Table: 15
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 15
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the telephone facilities at the
workplace:
Table: 16
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 16
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the canteen facilities at the
workplace:
Table: 17
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 17
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the conveyance facilities at the
workplace:
Table: 18
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 18
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the fire brigade and
ambulance facilities at the workplace:
Table: 19
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 19
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the safety training and safety
instruments provided to the employees:
Table: 20
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 20
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the loan facilities provided to
the employees:
Table: 21
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 21
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the Grasim Co-operative
Society facility given to the employees:
Table: 22
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 22
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the company accommodation
provided to the employees:
Table: 23
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 23
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the schools and Grasim Club
facility provided to the employees:
Table: 24
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 24
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the behaviour of officers and
higher authorities to the employees:
Table: 25
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 25
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with being able to keep problems
and grievances in front of higher authorities without any fear or hezitation:
Table: 26
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 26
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the timely actions taken by the
management to resolve the grievances of employees:
Table: 27
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 27
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the behaviour of their
immediate senior to the employees:
Table: 28
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 28
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the proper communication of
information to the employees:
Table: 29
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 29
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the safety of job in the
employees:
Table: 30
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 30
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the amount of responsibilities
given to the employees in their job:
Table: 31
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 31
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the achievable targets
assigned to the employees in their job:
Table: 32
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 32
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the contribution of job
towards feeling pride and accomplishment in the employees:
Table: 33
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 33
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the assignment of job
according to the qualifications and skills to the employees:
Table: 34
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 34
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction about being used to the fullest
capabilities in the job:
Table: 35
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 35
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the impact of their job on the
success of the company :
Table: 36
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 36
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction with the job not being repetitive
and boring:
Table: 37
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 37
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing level of satisfaction about not being in search of new
job and complete satisfaction with this job:
Table: 38
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Highly Satisfied
Satisfied
Neutral
Dissatisfied
Highly Dissatisfied
Total
10
10
20
60
100
Graph: 38
Satisfaction
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
Table and graph showing what encourages employees the most to do their work
more efficiently:
Table: 39
Level of Satisfaction
Percentage
Leadership Style
Reward System
Type of Work
Organisational Environment
Others
Total
Graph: 39
Encouragement
10
8
6
4
2
0
Analysis:
Interpretation:
10
10
20
60
100