A Test of the Functional Theory of Human Values in Egypt |
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| Affiliation: | 1. German University in Cairo, Egypt;2. British University in Egypt, Egypt;1. Department of Political Science, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79424, USA;2. Department of Political Science, Presbyterian College, Clinton, SC 29325, USA;1. Communication Department, University of Illinois at Springfield, University Hall, Room 3021, One University Plaza, MS UHB 3010, Springfield, IL 62703-5407, USA;2. Media Communication Division, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, 107, Imun-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul 130-791, South Korea;3. School of Media and Communication, Chung-Ang University, #806, bldg. 303, Heukseok-ro 84, Dongjak-gu, Seoul 156-756, South Korea;1. Department of Political Science, University of Calgary, 723 Social Sciences, 2500 University Dr. NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4, Canada;2. School of Politics, Philosophy and Public Affairs, Washington State University, 816 Johnson Tower, Troy Lane, Pullman, WA 99164-4800, USA;1. Fudan University, 1118, Liberal Arts Building, 220 Handan Road, Shanghai, China;2. Shanghai University of Sport, 399, Changhai Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai, China;3. Fudan University Press, 579, Guoquan Road, Shanghai, China;1. University of Trento, via Sommarive 5, 38123 Trento, Italy;2. Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh EH14 4AS, Scotland, United Kingdom |
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| Abstract: | This study attempted to test the functional theory of values using the Basic Value Survey (BVS) and a new instrument named the Egyptian Basic Value Survey (EBVS) in Egypt. In study one, the BVS was used to test the content, structure, and compatibility hypotheses with a sample of 563 business students. In study two, the same hypotheses were tested with the EBVS and a new sample of 466 business students. In both studies, participants completed the paper and pencil survey in the classroom. Results supported the content and structure hypotheses. With regards to the compatibility hypothesis, all values were compatible, though age did not affect the degree of compatibility. Overall, the functional theory of values was partially supported. Notably, the study showed how central values can be a reference source for other values. Additionally, the study indicated the weakness of the thriving/survival dimension. Recommendations for future research directions are provided. |
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| Keywords: | Values Functional approach Basic Value Survey Egypt |
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