The effects of poor management practices in Yemeni universities on job dissatisfaction and brain drain
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Brain Drain, Job dissatisfaction, Bad Management, Yemeni UniversitiesAbstract
Yemen's universities have undergone a major struggle as the war-forced deficiencies and existing administrative problems created a persistent environment of dissatisfaction, leading to a huge brain drain phenomenon. This study attempts to explore the causes which encourage faculty members to quit their jobs in Yemen and turn to work abroad. To support the research, a structured questionnaire was prepared and distributed to 20 individuals. Afterwards, unconstrained interviews were conducted in order to investigate the issue further. The findings indicate that dissatisfaction factors including inadequate training, insecurity, lack of compensation, and nepotism/cronyism were primary drivers for emigration. The study underscores the urgent need for improved management practices and implementation of institutional support to retain qualified teaching faculty. Enhancing job satisfaction through training opportunities, fair compensation, and addressing nepotism/cronyism can mitigate brain drain and foster a conducive academic environment. Future research may address gender disparities and extend insights to regions unaffected by conflict to inform comprehensive strategies for higher education reform.
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