Corporate Culture and Organizational Performance at Micro Enterprises Support Programme Trust (Mespt)

Abstract

Corporate culture is a crucial aspect of organizational success as it shapes how employees behave, interact with each other, and work towards common goals. Where corporate culture has been well incorporated in the firm’s activities, the top management of the firm find it easy to manage operations and develop success in activities. Corporate culture is important for success and performance of organizations because it helps to shape the values, beliefs, and behavior of employees. Guided by the theories of Edgar Schein's model of organizational culture, stakeholder theory, and contingency theory, the research was conducted through a case study approach, and the title of the study was corporate culture and organizational performance at Micro Enterprises Support programme Trust. The objective of the study was to determine the influence of corporate culture on the organizational performance of Micro Enterprises Support Programme Trust. The information in the study was collected using interview method. Specifically, face to face interview was adopted in this inquiry. Data were gathered from 25 respondents within the organization, and content analysis was employed to analyze the data. The findings revealed that Micro Enterprises Support Programme Trust's corporate culture significantly influenced various dimensions of organizational performance. The culture emphasized results, collaboration, and alignment with the organization's mission and values, contributing to enhanced employee performance and job satisfaction. However, the study also identified challenges related to work-life balance and limited career growth opportunities that need to be addressed. The organization's culture was found to be well-aligned with its mission and values, with leadership commitment, consistent communication, and policy integration playing a pivotal role in fostering this alignment. The results also confirmed that corporate culture is associated with high success in the firm since it promotes setting of good work symbols, promote leadership supports as well as help management to guide the workers and align with the firm set goals. The study concluded that Micro Enterprises Support Programme Trust's corporate culture plays a vital role in shaping the overall work environment and organizational performance. The study recommends fostering a balanced work-life culture and creating clear career growth paths to address the identified challenges. Policy makers are advised to promote a culture of work-life balance through labor regulations and initiatives that prioritize employee well-being. Future research could focus on longitudinal studies to assess the long-term impact of interventions and explore the influence of external factors on the relationship between corporate culture and organizational performance in Non-Governmental Organizations like Micro Enterprises Support Programme Trust.