HRM/558 Research in Human Resource Management
HR Statistical Technique
This study intends to assess the effectiveness of the basic human resources programs of Ayles Network as a way of improving operational programs.
Specifically, the following research questions will be answered:
1. How may the basic human resources programs of Ayles Networks be described in terms of: objectives, policies, strategies, and procedures?
2. How effective are the recruitment activities of the company as to: encouraging correct applicants and performing initial screening procedures?
3. How effective are the training programs implemented in terms of productivity of the workers before and after the conduct of training program?
4. Is there a significant difference in the productivity of the workers before and after the training programs?
5. What performance appraisal strategies are utilized by the company in assessing the productivity of the employees?
6. Do employees perform differently when employed at different statuses?
6.1 Full time
6.2 Part-time
6.3 Project-based
7. What modifications may be proposed in improving the recruitment, training, and performance evaluation programs of Ayles Networks?
METHODOLOGY To provide adequate answers to the research questions, both quantitative, and qualitative types of research will be employed. Under the quantitative type, surveys will be conducted wherein a researcher-made type of questionnaire will be utilized. For the qualitative part, interviews, and observations will be conducted. Basically, simple descriptive and descriptive comparative research designs will be utilized. The descriptive part intends to characterize the three programs (recruitment, training, and performance appraisal) in terms of policies, procedures, strategies, and control measures. Descriptive research design is also used because it is appropriate in determining whether significant differences exist in:
1. Productivity of the workers
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