Exploring The Link Between Human Resource Management And Educational Innovation In Higher Education: Moderating Role Of Digital Competency

Abstract

Introduction: This study examines the relationship between Human Resource Management (HRM) practices, Organizational Learning (OL), Digital Competency, and Educational Innovation (EI) Relations in the context of Beijing Normal University (BNU), China.

Research Objective: This research endeavors to explore the complex connections between Human Resource Management (HRM) practices, the digital competency of educators, and the promotion of educational innovation within the context of higher education institutions. Acknowledging the rapid advancements in technology, the study recognizes the need to understand how digital competency influences the relationship between HRM strategies and educational innovation.

 Methodology: The methodology involved creating a survey that included demographic information and Likert scale items measuring HRM practices, OL, Digital Competency and Education innovation. Data were collected from 511 faculties members at Beijing Normal University, providing information on middle-level managers. Open questions and a variety of historical responses were completed to reduce bias. Reliability and validity were assessed by Cronbach's Alpha, composite reliability, and exploratory significance.

 Data analysis and results: Hierarchical regression analysis was used to test the hypothesis. The results show that HRM practices positively impact Education innovation and that OL mediates this relationship. The study found that digital capabilities may moderates the relationship between human resource management and Education innovation.

Discussion and Conclusion: These findings contribute to understanding the relationship between HRM, OL, digital competency, and education innovation in the University environment. Theoretical contributions include understanding the subtle role of digital capabilities and mediating online learning in transforming participant engagement into new learning. These findings provide policymakers with up-to-date information on improving innovation in Universities education by encouraging stakeholder participation and improving governance.