Organizational And Individual Determinants Of Ramadan-Related Absenteeism: A Cross-Sectional Study
Keywords:
Ramadan; Absenteeism; Workplace Flexibility; Workload; Working Hours; Employee Attendance; Organizational DeterminantsAbstract
Background: Ramadan can alter employees’ sleeping patterns, meal schedules, daily routines, and work-related demands, potentially influencing workplace attendance. This study examined individual and organizational determinants associated with Ramadan-related absenteeism.
Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted among 150 employees. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire measuring individual factors, including fatigue, sleep disruption, health-related difficulties, and family responsibilities, together with organizational factors including workload, working hours, supervisor support, and workplace flexibility. Spearman correlation and multiple linear regression analyses were performed using SPSS. Statistical significance was established at p < .05.
Results: All eight predictors demonstrated significant positive bivariate relationships with Ramadan-related absenteeism (p < .001). Workplace flexibility showed the strongest correlation (ρ = .690), followed by working hours (ρ = .616), supervisor support (ρ = .598), and workload (ρ = .590). The regression model was significant and explained 66.8% of the variance in absenteeism. Workload (β = .187, p = .003), working hours (β = .277, p < .001), and workplace flexibility (β = .362, p < .001) independently predicted absenteeism.
Conclusion: Organizational conditions, particularly workload, working hours, and workplace flexibility, appeared to be important determinants of Ramadan-related absenteeism. Supportive and adaptable work arrangements may help organizations manage attendance challenges during Ramadan.
