Presentation of a Human Resource Development Model with a Focus on Sustainable Development (Case Study: Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences Hospital)

Abstract

The present study aims to propose a human resource development model with a sustainable development approach, focusing on hospitals affiliated with the University of Medical Sciences. This research is applied in terms of its objective and employs a mixed-method approach regarding the nature of the data. The statistical population consists of 300 employees working in the hospitals of Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences. Based on Krejcie and Morgan's table, the sample size was determined to be 341 individuals, and a simple stratified random sampling method was used. A questionnaire was developed to assess the current state of human resource development programs based on a review of literature and background studies, interviews, and the Delphi technique. The validity of the questionnaire was confirmed through content validity and construct validity, and its reliability was assessed using Cronbach’s alpha coefficient, yielding a value of 0.88. The findings indicated that the current state of human resource development programs showed relative satisfaction in the dimensions of "ethical," "socio-cultural," and "individual" development. However, the "organizational," "professional," and "educational" dimensions were below the average level. The final model was designed in four sections: philosophy and objectives, dimensions and components, implementation process, and model output. According to the research findings, in the section on dimensions and components, the goodness-of-fit index was estimated at 67.90, and the root mean square error of approximation was 0.06. The overall validity of the model was also confirmed by experts. Considering the identified dimensions, components, and barriers to human resource development based on sustainable development, designing effective human resource development programs in hospitals affiliated with the University of Medical Sciences is of significant importance and ensures the achievement of educational system goals.