The Impact of Work Ethics on the Employee’s Behavior: A Quranic Perspective
The Impact of Work Ethics on the Employee’s Behavior: A Quranic Perspective

Summary/Abstract: Objectives: This study aims to demonstrate the effects of work ethics in achieving the vision, mission and goals of the institution, according to quality standards, and the needs of society and the labor market. Methods: The researcher uses the inductive and descriptive analytical approach to collect data, analyze them, and reveal their significance. The study runs into sections. The first section begins with defining work ethic, explaining its position, and characteristics in Islam. In the second section, the researcher reviews the foundations of the ethics in Islam. Finally, the study concludes by listing the most important ethical standards and requirements in the workplace, highlighting work ethics in the Holy Quran, and its effects and consequences on the job, the employee and the institution. Results: The findings revealed that the successful employee is one who has a genuine devotion to God., derives one's approach from the guidance of His Book, and applies it practically in one's career. The findings also showed that the behavior of a truly Muslim employee is characterized by balance in all aspects of the career he holds. Conclusions: The study revealed that Quranic ethics are not slogans, but rather a commitment, an obligation, and a necessity to improve and perfect one’s work. The study recommends universities to highlight the standards of Islamic ethics to employees and students.

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