Designing an Innovative Human Resources Model in Higher Education Institutions in Iraq

Abstract

The present study aims to design an innovative human resources model in higher education institutions in Baghdad. The study is applied in terms of its objective and utilizes a survey method. The research follows a qualitative approach. The statistical population of the study is divided into two general categories: (1) academic experts (professors in the field of public administration at universities in Baghdad) and (2) higher education managers in Baghdad (with a minimum of 10 years of managerial experience). The statistical population for conducting in-depth interviews in the qualitative section was selected using a non-probabilistic purposive sampling method from among academic experts and managers of higher education institutions in Baghdad. The interviews continued until theoretical saturation was achieved. The research instrument in the qualitative section was interviews. Thematic analysis was employed to analyze the data. The research findings indicate that five dimensions were extracted in the qualitative section, including (1) determining innovation strategies, (2) developing an organizational structure based on innovation, (3) enhancing organizational human capabilities through innovative behavior, (4) developing innovative systems and processes, and (5) enhancing organizational human capabilities through innovative behavior. The study recommends designing and implementing systematic training programs focused on improving creativity, problem-solving skills, and innovation. The study suggests implementing programs that include creativity workshops, idea exchange sessions, and training courses related to new technologies.