Human Resources Management Decision Making Process in King Saud Medical City

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
• Needs and Challenges in the healthcare sector
• CHAPTER 2.0 BACKGROUND
• King Saud Medical City (KSMC)
• The Health Care Workforce in Saudi Arabia
• Human Resources Management in the Saudi Ministry of Health
• Aim of this Study
• Framing the Research
• Scope and Limitations of the Study
• Organization of the Study
• CHAPTER 3.0 LITERATURE REVIEW
• Human Resources Management versus Personnel Management
• Informed decision making in Human Resources Management
• Tools for Better Human Resources Management
• Policies
• Organizational Structures and Job Descriptions
• Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
• Human resources indicators (HRIS)
• Human Resources Management Training
• CHAPTER 4.0 METHODOLOGY
• Introduction
• Sampling strategy and population size

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the focus of the HR study at King Saud Medical City (KSMC)?

The study investigates the human resources management decision-making process and the readiness of healthcare managers to meet present and future organizational challenges.

What are the main obstacles to HR decision-making at KSMC?

The four core barriers identified are organizational culture and structure, lack of authority, lack of self-confidence in decision-making, and insufficient knowledge and skills among managers.

Why is the HR system described as "highly centralized"?

Most decisions are made at a high level (Ministry of Health), leaving local managers with little authority to address immediate human resource issues effectively.

What methodology was used in this research?

The study adopted a grounded theory methodology, using semi-structured interviews with 12 experienced healthcare managers and constant comparative analysis.

How can the HR situation in Saudi healthcare be improved?

Suggested improvements include decentralizing authority, providing better HR management training, and fostering a culture that encourages managerial self-confidence.

What is the difference between HR Management and Personnel Management?

The study explores this distinction, generally viewing HR management as a more strategic and holistic approach to managing people compared to traditional personnel administration.