Workplace Discrimination and Organizational Growth in Exxonmobil Nigeria Unlimited, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.

Abstract:

The researchers examined workplace discrimination and organizational growth in ExxonMobil Nigeria Unlimited, Akwa Ibom State. The core objective of the study was to determine the relationship between workplace discrimination and organizational growth in ExxonMobil Nigeria Unlimited, Akwa Ibom State. The researchers adopted survey research design. The study population centered on all the employees of ExxonMobil Nigeria Unlimited, Akwa Ibom State. A sample size of 95 respondents were selected for the study. The assembled sample had the same proportion of individuals as the entire population; thus, complete enumeration sampling procedures was used to obtain the data for the study. Questionnaire were the main instrument for data collection. Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) Analysis was used to analyse the data from the field. The result revealed a positive and significant relationship between the proxies of workplace discrimination (Gender Discrimination and Ethnic Discrimination) and organizational growth in ExxonMobil Nigeria Unlimited, Akwa Ibom State. The researchers concluded that promoting gender equality and reducing ethnic discrimination among employees will result in an increase in organizational growth. They further recommended that ExxonMobil Nigeria Unlimited, Akwa Ibom State should implement targeted gender sensitivity training programs and promote equitable opportunities for career advancement. Also, ExxonMobil Nigeria Unlimited, Akwa Ibom State should adopt policies that celebrate diversity, ensure fair recruitment practices, and foster inclusive teamwork.