Validation of the Organizational Empowerment Model Based on Human Resource Processes

Document Type : Research Paper

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1 Ph.D Business Administration (Organizational Behavioral Orientation and Human Resources Management) University of Isfahan

2 Associate Professor / Department of Management / University of Isfahan

3 university of isfahan

Abstract

This research is intended to validate the model of organizational empowerment based on HR practices. The statistical population consists of all employees (1546 persons) of Hormozgan province power industry. Having developed the sample using Morgan and Krejcie table, the researchers collected data through a researcher-made questionnaire distributed among 384 people by a stratified-random method. For formulating the scale, the content validity of the factors was confirmed by the experts’ opinions. The construct validity was confirmed through factor analysis. The reliability of the questions was calculated and confirmed by Cronbach's alpha coefficient as much as 0.977. Data were analyzed using Kolmogorov-Smirnov test, factor analysis, Harmon’s single-factor test and structural equation modeling. The results indicated that the organizational empowerment model based on HRM processes in Hormozgan province was confirmed; that is, the viewpoints and attitudes towards HRM significantly affect HRM processes and HR processes, contextual conditions and intervention condition affect organizational empowerment. Furthermore, the effect of the outcomes of organizational empowerment are significantly confirmed for employees, customers, organizations and communities in Hormozgan province's power industry.

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Journal of Research in Human Resources Management
Volume 11, Issue 2 - Serial Number 36
serial no.36
July 2019
Pages 113-136

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  • Receive Date: 28 January 2019
  • Revise Date: 28 February 2019
  • Accept Date: 23 June 2019

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