Work-Life Balance and Employees‟ Performance: A Case of Staff of University of Cape Coast

Abstract

This study was aimed to examined the effect of work life balance on employee performance of University of Cape Coast. Specifically, to analyse the work life balance policies for staffs at the University of Cape Coast; to analyse the perceived level of performance among staffs of the University of Cape Coast; and to examine the effect of work life balance on performance of staff of the University of Cape Coast. The study was centered on the social exchange theory and social cognitive theory. The “study employed the explanatory research design since the study tested the relationship between the various variables. The data collection instruments were questionnaire. The study employed the quantitative research approach. The simple random sampling technique was used in selecting a respondent of 385. Descriptive statistics and structural equation model were employed to analyse the objectives of the study. The study found that, there was work life balance influences performance of employees of University of Cape Coast. The study recommended that management must implement flexible work arrangements such as flexible hours, compressed workweeks, or remote work options. This flexibility allows employees to manage their personal and professional commitments more effectively.