Imperatives of Green Human Resource Management and Organizational Efficiency in Bazone Nig Ltd, UYO, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Udeme Anthony Abaikpa

doi:10.61250/ssmj/v1.i3.2

Authors

Udeme Anthony Abaikpa Gestric Polytechnic, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria Author https://orcid.org/0009-0007-9935-9791

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61250/ssmj/v1.i3.2

Keywords:

Green Human Resource Management, resistance to change, employee participation, Organizational Efficiency

Abstract

The study investigated the imperatives of green human resources management on organizational efficiency in Bazone Nig Ltd, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. A survey research method was adopted for the study. A sample of 28 respondents was drawn from the population of 40 using the purposive sampling technique. For the objectives of the study to be achieved, two hypotheses were formulated and tested. The study utilized structured questionnaires and interviews as major instruments for data collection. 40 questionnaires were distributed, and 28 were returned in useable form. Data collected were analyzed using simple percentage and simple regression. The results of the regression analysis revealed a positive relationship with green human resource management and organizational efficiency. It was recommended that Bazone Nig Ltd, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, should clearly communicate the reasons for change, benefits, and its impact on employees using multiple channels and formats to ensure the message is understood by all.

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