Abstract
A very important aspect of HRD research is Workplace Learning (WPL). WPL is very important
considering its role in the development of skills and abilities of employees. Since employees are
a crucial asset for organizations to achieve competitive advantage. Therefore, organizations must
ensure continuous learning of their employees. This research was aimed at the investigation of
the antecedent role of Psychological Empowerment (PE) for WPL. Using a quantitative approach,
primary data was collected from 241 employees of 153 SMEs in Pakistan. Data was analyzed
through Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) by using PLS-SEM. The results of the study indicated
that PE did play the role of an antecedent of WPL. Furthermore, Informal learning appeared as
the most important form of WPL, followed by incidental and formal learning in SMEs in Pakistan.
Syed Tanveer Hussain Shah, Syed Mohsin Ali Shah, Junaid Athar Khan. (2019) Psychological empowerment as an antecedent of workplace learning: A study in the context of SMEs in Pakistan, Abasyn Journal of Social Sciences, Volume-12, Issue-2.
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