EVALUACIÓN DEL ENGAGEMENT EN TRABAJADORES DE UNA INSTITUCIÓN DE EDUCACIÓN DE EDUCACIÓN SUPERIOR EN ECUADOR.

Abstract

The main objective of this paper is to describe the level of engagement in workers of a higher education institution in Ecuador. A literary review is done finding background, concepts and measurement scales of this construct and through the application of the Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (UWES) to 461 employees and the dimensions that contribute to engagement are described. Results give that 79% of workers are engaged and the dimension with highest score is "Vigor". It is concluded that engagement is an essential construct that contributes to the welfare of workers and a timely analysis can contribute positively in the action plan and achieving the objectives of the organization. In addition, it is worth considering that the human resource is the engine of any institution and it is important to ensure their physical, intellectual and emotional in their workplace wellness.