Influence of Management of Human Resources on the Quality of Education in Selected Private Universities in Kenya

The main purpose of this study was to assess the influence of management of human resources on the quality of education in selected private universities in Kenya. The study aimed to investigate the perceptions of the deans of schools, heads of departments, and lecturers towards the management of human resources and the quality of education in private universities in Kenya. The study used two research instruments: lecturers' questionnaires and deans of schools and departmental heads' interview guides. Data were analyzed using mixed methods involving qualitative and quantitative techniques. The study revealed that most of the respondents disagreed that there were adequate human resources, which affected the quality of education at selected private universities in Kenya. Further, there was a significant positive correlation between the management of human resources and the quality of education in private universities. The study recommends that the management of private universities must prioritize recruiting additional lecturers, remunerating lecturers competitively, and implementing motivational strategies, which are crucial for fostering a conducive work environment and enhancing human resources' satisfaction.