STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR FOR EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE AND LEADERSHIP

Abstract

In this study, the impact of Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM) and Organizational Behavior (OB) on the performance and effectiveness of employees was reviewed in the modern organizations. The method used for the study was quantitative with a sample of 250 employees, supervisors, managers and human resource professionals from public and private organizations.    The data was gathered with the use of a structured questionnaire having a five point likert scale and the data obtained was analyzed both descriptively, correlation analysis and multiple regression. Overall, the training and development practices obtained the highest mean score for training and developmentamong the SHRM practices, and the teamwork variable had the highest mean score for organizational behavior variables. It was found that there was a positive strong correlation between SHRM and employee performance (r = 0.781, p< 0.001) and between SHRM and leadership effectiveness (r = 0.744, p< 0.001) in the correlation analysis. Finally, regression analysis also showed that SHRM practices (β = 0.482, p < 0.001) and organizational behavior factors (β = 0.417, p < 0.001) significantly predicted employee performance. The findings further revealed high leadership effectiveness, the leadership development program gave the mean score of 4.24. The research found that those organisations that have good practice in recruitment, training, performance management, employee participation, communication and team working experience greater productivity levels among employees and good leadership outcomes. Furthermore, the positive HR practices, combined with positive organizational behavior contributed to enhance workplace performance, organizational commitment and employee engagement. The results of the study indicate that integrated human resource management, positive organizational behavior and leadership development are possible strategies in achieving sustain able competitive advantage in the organization. These strategies can boost organizational effectiveness, enhance employee capabilities and contribute to the long-term success of the business in dynamic and competitive marketplaces.