Enhancing Employee Learning and the Institutionalization of Ethics in Organizations: Evidence from the University of Cape Coast

Abstract

This research investigated the correlation between employee learning and the institutionalisation of ethics inside organisations, using empirical data from administrative personnel at the University of Cape Coast, Ghana. A quantitative, cross-sectional survey methodology was used to gather data from 160 administrative personnel using structured questionnaires, which were then analysed by descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and multiple regression methods. The findings demonstrated a robust positive association (r = 0.71, p < 0.01) between employee learning and the institutionalisation of ethics. Regression analysis revealed that leadership modelling (β = 0.38, p < 0.01), ethical awareness (β = 0.33, p < 0.01), and training programs (β = 0.29, p < 0.05) jointly accounted for 67% of the variation in ethical institutionalisation (R² = 0.67). These results highlight the essential need for ongoing education and leadership dedication in fostering an ethical culture inside higher education organisations. The research advocates for the integration of structured ethics training modules and quantifiable ethical performance indicators into employee evaluation systems to improve ethical behaviour and organisational integrity.