Examining the Impact of Organizational Commitment and Working Environment on Employee Turnover Intention in North Cotabato's Cooperatives

This study examines the impact of organizational commitment and the working environment on employee turnover intention in cooperatives located in North Cotabato. The primary aim was to determine the extent to which these variables influence employees’ likelihood of considering leaving their positions. Utilizing a quantitative descriptive correlational design, the study employed convenience sampling alongside area sampling to gather data from employees across three specific areas. The results revealed an unexpected positive relationship between organizational commitment and turnover intention (p<.05), indicating that greater commitment may lead to a higher likelihood of employees contemplating departure. Conversely, the working environment did not show a significant relationship with turnover intention (p>.05), suggesting it may not play a critical role in this context. These findings contribute to understanding employee dynamics within cooperatives, highlighting the need for further exploration of unmeasured factors that influence turnover intention. Recommendations include enhancing organizational commitment through targeted engagement strategies while assessing the working environment's impact on employee satisfaction. This study is relevant for cooperatives globally, emphasizing effective management practices to foster employee retention.