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The impact of human resources (HR) activities on competitive advantage in private schools in Jordan

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  • Emad Ahmad

    (Arab Open University, Jordan)

  • Medhat Alsafadi

    (St. Augustine College, Chicago, USA)

  • Ahmad Mashal

    (Arab Open University-Jorda)

  • Walid Saleh

    (Arab Open University-Jorda)

  • Hiba Assaf

    (Mayar International School)

Abstract

The aim of this study was to identify the impact of HR activities on competitive advantage in private schools. The study uses primary data collected with the help of a well-structured questionnaire that was developed and distributed among a sample of 92 respondents (49 female and 43 male), questionnaire results were statistically analyzed to test the hypotheses that were developed to identify the impact of HR activities on competitive advantages. Multiple regression analysis was used as a statistical tool and technique to identify five key elements: recruitment and reward system, training and skill development activities, organization climate, employee participation and empowerment; and effective communication system to determine competitive advantage in private schools in Jordan. The results indicated that there is a statistically significant effect of HR activities on the competitive advantage; On the other hand, there is no impact of other variables. Key Words:Competitive Advantage, HR Activities, Recruitment and Reward System, Training and Skill Development Activities, Organization Climate, Effective Communication system

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  • Emad Ahmad & Medhat Alsafadi & Ahmad Mashal & Walid Saleh & Hiba Assaf, 2021. "The impact of human resources (HR) activities on competitive advantage in private schools in Jordan," International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147-4478), Center for the Strategic Studies in Business and Finance, vol. 10(4), pages 139-149, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:rbs:ijbrss:v:10:y:2021:i:4:p:139-149
    DOI: 10.20525/ijrbs.v10i4.1165
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    1. Seliane Masana & Rantsie Kgothule, 2022. "Teaching learners with learning disabilities in inclusive classrooms: Challenges and possible solutions," International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147-4478), Center for the Strategic Studies in Business and Finance, vol. 11(8), pages 367-375, November.

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