Competencies and Organizational Sponsorship Affect the Career Success of Supervisory-level Employees: Case study of Automotive Parts, Air Conditioner, and Air conditioner Parts Manufacturers in Amata Nakorn Industrial Estate, Chonburi
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This research aimed to study the level of opinions on the variables of competency, organizational sponsorship, and success of supervisory employees. This is a mixed research method. The quantitative study used a questionnaire as the primary data collection tool. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The results showed that most respondents were male, aged 41–45, married, 1-5 years of work experience, and in production and maintenance role. The research findings revealed that respondents prioritized problem-solving and career support. The results indicated that the implementation of competency-based training plans and organizational sponsorship should be initiated. The regression analysis revealed that competency did not significantly influence career success, whereas organizational sponsorship had a statistically significant impact on career success (p < 0.05).
For the qualitative part of the study, key informants were supervisory-level employees, selected using purposive sampling. A structured interview was employed as the research instrument. Data were analyzed using content analysis. The qualitative findings revealed that executives placed great importance on the relationship between competency variables and career success. They emphasized the need to understand how competencies influence career advancement and success, as well as the types of organizational sponsorship that can promote employee development and career progression.
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