Modeling the effect of core job dimensions and labor market conditions on fresh graduates retention

Abstract

Retaining fresh graduates in their local labor markets is becoming imperative, in a rapidly changing and competitive world, where job satisfaction is one of the most challenging issues facing organizations. The aim of this research is to explore and discuss the factors affecting the retention of fresh graduates. This will be achieved by reviewing the mainstream literature in this field of study, identifying the relevant gaps and undertaking primary research to address them, by collecting data for the development of a comprehensive model. Besides the contribution to knowledge, this new comprehensive model will be of a great value to employers and to nations as well allowing them to maximize the sustenance of fresh graduates in their local challenging Labor markets and to re-evaluate their employment strategies.