The Impact of Social Media on Human Resource Management Scope Activities in Al-Futtaim and Al-Etihad Group UAE

Karam, Asaad Ali; Kitana, Abdelkarim Fuad

doi:10.5539/ibr.v11n12p145

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“…As per Karam & Kitana, (2018) a study which was conducted to the role of social media on human resource management, the study found there was a strong psychological effect, Through a testimonial to innovation and socialite construction, the study has indicated how authoritative and singular vigour may change while occurring in simulated environments concerning to HRM.…”

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Determining the Challenges Faced by Syrian Refugees Students at Jordanian Camps According to Their Perspective: A Case of Universities Role to Supporting

AbduRazak¹,

Mawdieh²,

Karam³

et al. 2019

MAS

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This study aimed to identify the most important challenges facing the Syrian refugee university students in Jordan camps, and the universities’ role in supporting them from their perspective, by providing answers to the following questions: What are the challenges that facing the Syrian refugee university students in Jordanian camps from their perspective? And what kind of support could Jordanian universities provide for the Syrian refugee university students from their perspective? This study employs a quantitative and qualitative approach and intends to explore the challenges and opportunities for Syrian refugee students in Jordan. The results show that the large number of Syrian Refugee University Students at Jordanian camps present challenges for local communities in meeting the needs of both the refugees and the host universities. Refugees face multiple challenges in Jordan:(1) Financial shortcomings; (2) legal issues including lack of documentation and restrictive host country policies; (3) Psychological and Family challenges. Findings of the study add to the understanding of the vital role of higher education in improving living conditions and giving a sense of hope for the future. The study offers policy and program recommendations to decision- and policy-makers for the national and international communities, donors and other institutions with the overall goal to improve and guide further practice and research in supporting access to higher education.

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Determining the Challenges Faced by Syrian Refugees Students at Jordanian Camps According to Their Perspective: A Case of Universities Role to Supporting

AbduRazak¹,

Mawdieh²,

Karam³

et al. 2019

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“…Social networks such as LinkedIn, Facebook, youth4work, YouTube, are very efficient, effective, fastest tools in providing insights concerning recruitment process, life-work balance, career development opportunities, organizational culture to the younger generation (Born and Kil Kang, 2015;Balasubramanian et al, 2016). Companies are now utilizing these networking sites to increase brand visibility (Karam and Kitana, 2018).…”

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Employer Branding as a Contemporary Challenge in the 2020 Workplace; During the Era of Transformational Change

Mostafa

2021

المجلة العربية للإدارة

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Nowadays in the dynamic transformational environment, organizations face many challenges to become more knowledge-based, more emphasis on innovation and technology, as well as facing intensive competition for attracting and retaining a high-quality workforce. Those organizations seek employees from different cultural backgrounds and more attention is given to the "Generation Z" namely digital talents; entering the 2020 market place. So organizations should meet the previously mentioned challenges' by differentiating themselves from other competitors in the labor market and enhancing their employer attractiveness as a tool to ensure competitive advantage for the organizations.This research aims at getting a clearer understanding of Generation Z perception of 2020 workplace and reflecting on how an employer branding (EB) strategy can be the answer for differentiation, through the delivery of a value proposition based on functional, symbolic and economical benefits, which should be consistent with the needs of this new generation. To carry out this mission, employers need to have a strong and unique value proposition and, at the same time, need to know how to communicate this value to potential candidates (Generation Z) using digital codes and channels. Generation Z is represented in this research by undergraduate students who are in their final year of study, selected from British University in Egypt.The practical implication of this research should suggest the appropriate employer branding strategies and identify the relevant set of responsibilities required for organizations taking strategic steps toward "the war for talent."

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“…The researcher designed a questionnaire that included (40) items to collect data, and the study sample consisting of (253) respondents. Among the most prominent of its results is the presence of significant leadership in achieving organizational excellence through HRM activities (Karam & Kitana 2018). A study aimed to get acquainted with the concept of human resources management and its importance in achieving institutional excellence.…”

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An Exploratory Study to Identify the Impact of Leadership Styles on Achieving Institutional Excellence in the Public Sector: United Arab Emirates

Karam¹,

Kitana²

2020

IJBM

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The main purpose of the study was exploratory the influence of leadership styles (LS) on institutional excellence (IE) to find out the best indicators for developing the UAE leadership, and achieving (IE). In the modern era, the leadership styles in organizations are facing several challenges due to the dynamic nature of the environment. The research questions seek to uncover (a) appropriate leadership styles within successful organizations, and (b) what, if any, the role exists between leadership styles and measures of success on (IE).  The aim of this study was to find out the most suitable leadership styles in the public sector to achieve better institutional excellence. The study employed a quantitative approach; data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire consist of (49) items. Convenience sampling was used to collect data from (329). The results indicate a positive effect between Transformational model (LS) and (IE) with (R= 0.845/ R2= 0.714/ sig. = 0.00). However, findings indicate that leadership expects to: enter the profession prepared to fulfill the requirement of the position, have the ability to make a difference, and be provided with support from their organization. Findings the most stabile leadership styles in UAE organizations were both transformational and transactional leadership with majority respondents statistically significant and all hypotheses supported the seven leadership styles on institutional excellence. The study concludes with some brief prospects that the organization needs to realize the importance of leadership styles for maximizing the level of institutional excellence. This research may benefit society by encouraging people to contribute more to their jobs and may help them in the organization's growth and development.

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The Impact of Social Media on Human Resource Management Scope Activities in Al-Futtaim and Al-Etihad Group UAE

Cited by 7 publications

References 20 publications

Determining the Challenges Faced by Syrian Refugees Students at Jordanian Camps According to Their Perspective: A Case of Universities Role to Supporting

Determining the Challenges Faced by Syrian Refugees Students at Jordanian Camps According to Their Perspective: A Case of Universities Role to Supporting

Employer Branding as a Contemporary Challenge in the 2020 Workplace; During the Era of Transformational Change

An Exploratory Study to Identify the Impact of Leadership Styles on Achieving Institutional Excellence in the Public Sector: United Arab Emirates

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