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A Critical Literature Review on Nexus of Bullying and the Whisperings of Turnover Intentions in Sri Lanka's Higher Educational Sphere
(ICSDB 2024 and SLIIT Business School, 2024-12-10) Kevitiyagala, L.; Joshep, K.; Rajapaksha, S.; Illangamatilake, K.; Jayasinghe, P.; Rathnayake, N.
Workplace bullying is defined as repeated mistreatments and harassment aimed towards an organisational member by other individuals or groups within a workplace context. It remains a critical concern across the globe in various industries negatively impacting the employees’ wellbeing and organisations’ reputation to date. This critical literature review delves into the definite context of academics in the higher education sector in Sri Lanka to explore the relationship between workplace bullying and turnover intentions. This critical literature review examines the theoretical framework, methodological strategies, and empirical data to shed light on the complex relationship between workplace bullying and turnover intentions among academics in the higher education sector of Sri Lanka. By directing attention to these dual aims, this study pursues to understand the underlying mechanisms that link workplace bullying to turnover intentions. This proposed study also explores the moderating role of leadership styles on the relationship between workplace bullying and turnover intentions. The thorough evaluation of methodological strategies captures the complexities of workplace bullying experiences and the implications in the existing research studies. This critical literature contributes to further enhancing the existing literature on workplace bullying and turnover intentions by providing insights into its prevalence and influence within academics in the higher education sector of Sri Lanka. Furthermore, highlights the importance of preventing workplace bullying and creating a supportive work environment in higher education