Human Resource Management Practices in Educational Institutions in Southern Negros Occidental

This study examined human resource management (HRM) practices in two private educational institutions in Kabankalan City, Southern Negros Occidental. Using a quantitative descriptive-comparative design, it surveyed 183 administrators, faculty members, administrative personnel, and support staff. Data were collected through an adopted and modified questionnaire based on the Human Resources Management Policies and Practices Scale, which demonstrated excellent internal consistency (Cronbach’s α = .95). Descriptive statistics, independent-samples t-tests, and one-way ANOVA were used. Both institutions received an overall mean of 3.22, interpreted as high. Recruitment and selection received the strongest ratings, whereas competency-based performance appraisal and compensation and rewards were comparatively lower. Selected HRM dimensions differed across some demographic groups; however, the overall comparison between institutions was not statistically significant (p = .91). The findings indicate generally positive employee perceptions alongside opportunities to improve appraisal transparency, compensation, employee recognition, and training-needs assessment. The study proposes the THRIVE Model as a basis for strengthening HRM and employee development in educational institutions.