Achieving Human Resource Management Sustainability in Universities
Muhammad Mohiuddin1, Elahe Hosseini2, Sedigheh Bagheri Faradonbeh2
1Department of Management, Laval University, Quebec, QC G1V 0A6, Canada.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
|January 21, 2022
Summary
Human resource management (HRM) sustainability in universities is boosted by effective practices, employer branding, and socio-economic factors. These elements are crucial for long-term institutional success and competitiveness.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Management Science
Background:
- Organizational success hinges on sustainable Human Resource Management (HRM).
- Universities face unique challenges in achieving HRM sustainability.
- This study addresses the critical need to understand factors influencing HRM sustainability in higher education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the key factors driving Human Resource Management sustainability within Iranian state universities.
- To identify the impact of human resource practices, social, psychological, employer branding, and economic factors on HRM sustainability.
Main Methods:
- Quantitative research design utilizing a survey methodology.
- Data collected from a sample of 334 employees at Iranian state universities (Spring/Summer 2020).
- Analysis performed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS3) on a 32-statement Likert scale questionnaire.
Main Results:
- Human resource practices significantly and positively influence HRM sustainability.
- Social, psychological, employer branding, and economic factors demonstrate a positive and significant impact.
- All investigated factors collectively contribute to enhancing HRM sustainability in universities.
Conclusions:
- Implementing robust HRM practices is essential for university sustainability.
- Integrating socio-economic and psychological support mechanisms is vital for HRM sustainability.
- Achieving HRM sustainability enhances the overall competitiveness of higher education institutions.
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