Transformational leadership and MNCs: evidence from Morocco community

Purpose: This study aims to explore the relationship between transformational leadership and organizational commitment in multinational companies (MNCs) in Morocco. Design/methodology/approach: The study used a sample size of 256 employees to attain results regarding a relationship between transformational leadership and organizational commitment. Proposed hypotheses are tested through regression analysis. Findings: Findings show a relationship between transformational leadership and organizational commitment. Organisations use different leadership styles and thus act differently. However, tranformational leadership shows its importance in leading organisations who aim to be constantly committed. Originality/value: To the authors’ knowledge, this is the first research in North Africa that investigates the level of transformational leadership and organizational commitment in MNCs.