International Journal Of Management And Economics Fundamental

Optimizing Human Resource Management In Private Education: A Case Study Of Cebu City Schools

Dr. Isabella C. Reyes — 2025-11-01

Abstract: Purpose: This paper aims to provide a comprehensive empirical analysis of Human Resource Management (HRM) practices in the private education sector of Cebu City, Philippines. The study seeks to identify prevalent HRM strategies, assess the adoption and impact of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), and determine the relationship between these practices and key organizational outcomes such as teacher retention and school performance.

Design/methodology/approach: A mixed-methods research design was employed. Quantitative data were gathered through a structured survey administered to HR managers and administrators across [N] private schools in Cebu City. This was complemented by qualitative data from [N] in-depth, semi-structured interviews with school principals and HR heads to explore contextual nuances and lived experiences.

Findings: The study reveals a significant variance in the maturity of HRM functions among schools. While foundational practices like recruitment and payroll are well-established, strategic functions such as performance management and career development are inconsistently implemented. A key finding is that while HRIS adoption is widespread, its use is predominantly limited to administrative tasks rather than strategic decision-making, representing a major untapped potential. The results demonstrate a statistically significant positive association between investment in continuous professional development and teacher retention rates.

Practical implications: The findings provide a practical diagnostic tool for school leaders in Cebu City to benchmark their HRM practices. The paper offers actionable recommendations for leveraging HRIS more strategically, designing effective teacher retention programs, and aligning HR policies with overall school objectives to foster a high-performance culture.

Originality/value: This study addresses a significant gap in the literature by focusing on the under-researched context of private education within a major Southeast Asian urban center. It provides valuable, evidence-based insights that contribute to both HRM theory and the practical management of educational institutions.

Modern Approaches To A Comprehensive Assessment Of The Financial Condition Of Enterprises

Ismailova Maxbuba Mirxalilovna — 2025-11-13

This article examines modern approaches to comprehensively assessing the financial condition of enterprises. The objective of the study is to identify methodological tools that enable the integration of liquidity, profitability, business activity, and financial stability indicators, taking into account the influence of the external environment. The methodology includes a systematic literature review, an analysis of existing indicators, and the development of a proprietary integrated assessment model. The practical section presents an example of calculating an integrated indicator for a medium-sized enterprise using conditional data. The results demonstrate that the use of a multifactor approach improves the informativeness of diagnostics and facilitates timely management decisions. This work is useful for economists, financial analysts, and business executives.

Major Aspects Of Market Segmentation In The Development Of The Nut Market

Karimova Aziza Sayibnazarovna — 2025-11-05

This article provides information about theoretical and practical dimensions of developing the nut market within the context of Uzbekistan’s agrarian economic transformation. It explores the structural and institutional factors influencing market segmentation, demand and supply dynamics, and competitiveness under the evolving framework of agricultural reforms and globalization. By identifying the production, marketing, specialization, and regulatory determinants shaping the nut industry, the research formulates a conceptual framework for sustainable market growth and efficiency. Special emphasis is placed on the integration of state policy instruments credit, taxation, insurance, and infrastructure development into the system of economic incentives fostering market stability. The study also evaluates the role of innovation, digitalization, and export diversification in enhancing the competitiveness of country’s nut sector in domestic and international markets. The findings contribute to the advancement of agricultural marketing theory and provide actionable policy recommendations for achieving resilient and high-value agribusiness development.

Advantages Of Applying Digital Technologies For Energy Security Of Energy Enterprises In Uzbekistan

Gabbarova Ilmira Volodievna — 2025-11-18

The article explores the main advantages of applying digital technologies to enhance energy security in Uzbekistan’s energy enterprises. It outlines theoretical aspects of digitalization, including the use of IoT, big data, artificial intelligence, and blockchain. The paper presents examples of improved infrastructure reliability, energy efficiency, personnel safety, and management practices. It also addresses key challenges such as the shortage of qualified personnel, the need for infrastructure modernization, and cybersecurity threats. Strategic recommendations are proposed for phased digital integration in the national energy sector.

The Impact Of Structural Changes In Small Business On Innovative Activity In The Sector

Abdullayeva Shaxnoza Esonovna — 2025-11-11

This article examines how structural changes in small business—formalization, consolidation/fragmentation, financing reconfiguration, digitalization, and cluster development—shape sectoral innovative activity. Building a meso-level framework aligned with the Oslo Manual, it links these shifts to intermediate conditions such as market power, collaboration intensity, financing constraints, and human-capital deployment, and outlines an empirical design using panel data and quasi-experimental identification. Synthesis of comparative evidence indicates that formalization broadens participation in innovation, moderate consolidation creates slack for development projects, digitalization reduces search and coordination costs, and clusters accelerate knowledge spillovers, while excessive concentration and poorly governed clusters dampen exploratory efforts. The paper argues that effects operate through enhanced absorptive capacity and dynamic capabilities, and recommends sequenced, sector-sensitive policies that pair regulatory simplification, finance reforms, and digital public goods with capability building.