The Role of Managerial Support in Influencing the Attitudes of Highly Educated Millennials in Serbia
Document Type
Article
Source of Publication
Amfiteatru Economic
Publication Date
8-1-2025
Abstract
This study explores the influence of managerial support on the attitudes of highly educated (BSc, MSc, and PhD) millennials in Serbia, focusing on job satisfaction, turnover intention, and job stress. Understanding this relationship is crucial for enhancing employee retention and organisational efficiency given the evolving workplace dynamics. Managerial support, encompassing emotional, instrumental, and informational assistance, is hypothesised to positively impact job satisfaction while reducing turnover intention and job stress. Data were collected through an online survey from 367 respondents in two waves (the first wave in January 2024 and the second in July 2024) and analysed using partial least squares structural equation modeling. The findings confirm that managerial support significantly enhances job satisfaction and mitigates turnover intention and job stress, aligning with existing literature. This research provides empirical evidence on the direct effects of managerial support in Serbia, offering valuable insights for organisations aiming to improve employee well-being and optimise leadership strategies. By emphasising the role of managerial support, the study highlights its significance in fostering a healthier work environment, increasing employee engagement, and enhancing overall organisational sustainability.
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ISSN
Publisher
Bucharest University of Economic Studies
Volume
27
Issue
70
First Page
1152
Last Page
1171
Disciplines
Business
Keywords
managerial support, attitudes, job satisfaction, turnover intention, job stress, Y generation, technology, Republic of Serbia
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Recommended Citation
Gasic, Dimitrije; Dzenopoljac, Vladimir; Cudanov, Mladen; Poor, Jozsef; and Berber, Nemanja, "The Role of Managerial Support in Influencing the Attitudes of Highly Educated Millennials in Serbia" (2025). All Works. 7538.
https://zuscholars.zu.ac.ae/works/7538
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yes
Open Access Type
Gold: This publication is openly available in an open access journal/series