What is it about?
This study introduces the Islamic Locus of Control (ILoC), a concept combining Islamic values with psychology to understand how Muslim individuals perceive control in their work lives. ILoC includes ikhtiyar (effort), tawakkul (trust in Allah), and qadr (Divine Decree), which influence motivation, responsibility, and resilience in the workplace. Understanding ILoC helps organizations create supportive environments for Muslim employees, boosting both productivity and spiritual well-being.
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Why is it important?
The concept of Islamic Locus of Control (ILoC) bridges psychological theories with Islamic values, addressing how beliefs in effort (ikhtiyar), trust in God (tawakkul), and divine decree (qadr) shape individual behavior in organizations. By introducing ILoC, this research provides a framework for fostering ethical conduct, resilience, and motivation in Muslim employees. These insights are vital for organizations aiming to align productivity and spirituality, especially in Islamic contexts, creating harmonious workplaces while respecting cultural and religious diversity.
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This research is groundbreaking as it introduces ILoC as a new construct that integrates Islamic principles into organizational behavior. By connecting ikhtiyar, tawakkul, and qadr with conventional locus of control theories, the study offers a comprehensive understanding of how Islamic values influence motivation, responsibility, and ethical behavior. It highlights the role of spirituality in enhancing employee well-being and organizational effectiveness, making it an essential read for scholars and practitioners in Islamic management and human resource development.
Muhammad Zakiy
Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta
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This page is a summary of: Islamic locus of control concept and its implications on individual behavior in organizations, Journal of Islamic Accounting and Business Research, October 2024, Emerald,
DOI: 10.1108/jiabr-06-2024-0195.
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