Analysing the impact of Work life Balance on Attrition Rate of Academicians in Higher Education

DOI: https://doie.org/10.10399/APER.2025153548

Authors:

Roma Khanna, Raghuvir Singh, Vipin Jain

Keywords:

Work Life balance, Attrition, Higher Education

Abstract:

This study investigates the connection between Academicains attrition in higher education and work-life balance (WLB). Using a quantitative approach and a sample of 368 academicians from Western Uttar Pradesh, the study analyzes data obtained through a structured questionnaire using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings show a robust and statistically significant positive connection between lower faculty attrition and better work-life balance (path coefficient = 0.687, p < 0.05). Important WLB elements that were found to have a significant impact on attrition included workload, flexibility, and role conflict. The results highlight how crucial institutional policies and assistance are for improving work-life balance and encouraging teacher retention. This study adds to the small amount of empirical research that directly connects academics' attrition and WLB, and it makes recommendations for effective academic leadership interventions.

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