Workplace Romance and Organisational Performance: A Case Study of Malaysian Organizations
Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Business, Hospitality, Accounting and Finance (FBHAF), MAHSA University, Malaysia.
Associate Professor, Faculty of Business, Hospitality, Accounting and Finance (FBHAF), MAHSA University, Malaysia.
Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Business and Communications, INTI International University, Malaysia.
Lecturer, Faculty of Business, Hospitality, Accounting and Finance (FBHAF), MAHSA University, Malaysia
INTI International University, Malaysia
INTI International University, Malaysia
INTI International University, Malaysia
Abstract
Workplace romance has become a widely discussed topic, with many asserting its presence in the workplace environment's social, relational, and political dynamics. Western countries have conducted numerous studies that reveal a noteworthy correlation between workplace romance and employee and organisational performance. However, due to religious or cultural constraints, Malaysians have not extensively researched or studied workplace romance. The current research landscape in Malaysia primarily centres around the topic of sexual harassment, highlighting the need for further exploration and investigation in this area. The objective of this research is to analyse and evaluate the impact of workplace romance on employee and organisational performance in Malaysia. Furthermore, this study aims to shed light on the challenges faced by human resource departments and professionals in handling workplace romance, which is becoming more prevalent with policy implementation.