Transformational leadership and MNCs: evidence from Morocco community

Abstract

Purpose

This study aims to explore the relationship between transformational leadership and organizational commitment in multinational companies (MNCs) in Morocco.

Design/methodology/approach

The study used a sample size of 256 employees to attain results regarding a relationship between transformational leadership and organizational commitment. Proposed hypotheses are tested through regression analysis.

Findings

Findings show a relationship between transformational leadership and organizational commitment. Organisations use different leadership styles and thus act differently. However, tranformational leadership shows its importance in leading organisations who aim to be constantly committed.

Originality/value

To the authors’ knowledge, this is the first research in North Africa that investigates the level of transformational leadership and organizational commitment in MNCs.

Citation

Palalic, R. and Ait Sidi Mhamed, E.M. (2020), "Transformational leadership and MNCs: evidence from Morocco community", Journal of Enterprising Communities: People and Places in the Global Economy, Vol. 14 No. 2, pp. 201-230. https://doi.org/10.1108/JEC-01-2020-0002