Organisational Culture and Knowledge Sharing Practices among Academics in the School of Communication and Information Technology, The Federal Polytechnic Ilaro

Ayomikun Ogunbadejo & Sarah Olabimpe Oladele, Volume 6 Issue 2, December 2025 Pages 25-33, Published: 2025-12-12

Abstract

The study examined the knowledge sharing practices and organisational culture among academic staff in the School of Communication and Information Technology, at The Federal Polytechnic Ilaro, Ogun state. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design and employed a total enumeration sampling technique to include all the 47 academic staff in the school. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire that was validated by experts and tested for reliability (Cronbach’s alpha > 0.85). Descriptive statistics (mean, frequency, percentage) and inferential statistics (Pearson’s correlation) were utilized for the analysis. Findings revealed that knowledge sharing was a regular and valued activity, largely facilitated through informal channels such as peer interactions and departmental meetings. Academics frequently exchanged teaching materials, research insights, and ICT-related skills, motivated by collegial support and professional development. The prevailing organisational culture was identified as clan culture, marked by strong interpersonal relationships, trust, and teamwork, with a secondary presence of adhocracy culture. There was a significant positive correlation between organisational culture – especially clan (r = 0.612, p < 0.01) and adhocracy (r = 0.398, p < 0.01) – and knowledge sharing practices. The study thus concluded that a supportive organisational culture enhances knowledge sharing among academics. It recommended institutionalising clan culture values, encouraging innovation, reducing bureaucratic barriers, and investing in collaborative platforms to promote sustained knowledge exchange