Impact of Supervisory Support on Work Engagement of  Ph.D. Scholars

Pragati Singh; Divyanshu Pandey; Rajat Kumar Singh; Akanksha Singh

doi:10.21844/mijia.21.2.12

Pragati Singh Guest Faculty (Commerce), Department of Commerce and Management, Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith University, Varanasi,
Divyanshu Pandey Guest Faculty (Commerce), Department of Commerce and Management, Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith University, Varanasi,
Rajat Kumar Singh Research Scholar, Department of Commerce and Management, Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith University, Varanasi
Akanksha Singh Assistant Professor, University of Allahabad, Prayagraj

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21844/mijia.21.2.12

Keywords: Supervisory Support, Work Engagement, Emotional Support, Vigor

Abstract

Supervisory support and work engagement among Ph.D. scholars are critical research areas concerning doctoral studies' high demands
and challenges. The quality of supervisory support significantly impacts work engagement, defined as vigor, dedication, and absorption
in academic work. According to recent research, effective supervisory support, which encompasses academic guidance, emotional
support, and respect for cultural diversity, is essential for improving work engagement. Ph.D. students were more engaged when they
perceived that their supervisors provided them with more support. The COVID-19 pandemic further reinforced the significance of this
support, that administrators who maintained empathic and regular communication could assist scholars in managing stress and
maintaining engagement during the crisis. This paper provides a comprehensive review of recent literature to explicate the role of
supervisory support and their impact on work engagement of Ph.D. Scholars. Wherein, supervisory support plays a crucial role in
elevating the level of engagement among Ph.D. Scholars. It also offers insights into how effective supervision can improve doctoral
students' academic experiences and outcomes.