Organisational Justice as Determinant of Perceived Career Success among Female Academics in Higher Institutions in South-West Nigeria

Abstract

This study examined organisational justice as a determinant of perceived career success among female academics in higher institutions in South-West Nigeria. Specifically, it assessed the relative influence of distributive, procedural, interpersonal, and informational justice on perceived career success. A cross-sectional survey design was adopted, and data was collected from 319 female academics in selected public and private universities in Oyo, Osun, and Ekiti States using structured questionnaires. Findings showed that organisational justice significantly predicted perceived career success. Out of the four organisational justice dimensions, distributive justice was the strongest predictor, followed by interpersonal justice, while procedural and informational justice did not significantly predict perceived career success. In summary, fair organisational outcomes and respectful interpersonal treatment are central to female academics’ perceptions of career success. It recommends that higher institutions strengthen equitable access to promotions, research opportunities, leadership roles, professional recognition, and respectful workplace relationships to enhance female academics’ career development.