Perceptional Differences on Quality of Work Life between Urban and Rural Workers

The term Quality of Work Life (QWL) was probably coined originally at first international conference of QWL at Arden House in 1972 (Davis and Cherns, 1975). From a business perspective, quality of work life (QWL) is important since there is evidence demonstrating that the nature of the work environment is related to satisfaction of employees and work related behaviors (Greenhaus et al., 1987). As QWL is a multifaceted concept it differs from individual to individual. This study aims to reveal the perceptional differences on QWL that existing between urban and rural workers. 100 respondents (50 from each sectoe) were selected by convinience sampling technique. Data were collected with the use of well structured interview schedule. The overall reliability co-efficient of the instrument is r=0.862 Cronbach Alpha while Pearson Correlation was 0.924(p<0.001> showing that the instrument was reliable. The results revealed that there is a significant perceptional difference in the QWL factors namely worker dignity, superior's attitude towards fellowmen, working hours and quality time for family care.