Human Resources Analytics – Executive Remuneration And HR Outcomes Under The Spotlight

Human Resources Analytics – Executive Remuneration And HR Outcomes Under The Spotlight. The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) has embarked on an ambitious and strategic initiative to establish Research Niche Areas that align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These niche areas are not only designed to address South Africa’s critical challenges but also to stimulate economic development. By focusing on research that is locally impactful, nationally significant, and globally relevant, TUT continues to enhance its reputation and contribute to societal progress.
Research Niche Areas: A Strategic Vision for Sustainable Development
Under the guidance of prominent leaders like Professor Molefe Maleka, the Faculty of Management Sciences at TUT is pioneering innovative research within its niche areas. These efforts focus on critical aspects of the workplace, aiming to foster a better quality of life, improve productivity, and contribute to economic growth.
Let’s delve deeper into the Faculty of Management Sciences’ research niche area, which encompasses The Living Wage, Executive Remuneration, Human Resource Data Analytics, and Human Resource Outcomes.
Key Focus Areas
- Human Resource Outcomes:
- Exploring workplace factors such as:
- Job satisfaction
- Employee engagement
- Organisational commitment
- Employee retention
- Emphasizing rewards such as:
- Incentives
- Training and development
- Employee recognition
- Work-life balance initiatives
- Exploring workplace factors such as:
- Living Wage:
- Advocating for wages that improve the quality of life.
- Highlighting the correlation between a living wage and enhanced workplace productivity.
- Executive Remuneration:
- Addressing gender pay gaps.
- Investigating financial predictors of income disparities.
- Promoting transparency in executive pay in line with King IV principles.
- Human Resource Data Analytics:
- Equipping professionals with skills for the gig economy, including:
- Data analytics tools such as Excel, SPSS, and Python.
- Using analytics to drive data-informed decisions within HR practices.
- Equipping professionals with skills for the gig economy, including:
Sustainable Development Goals Alignment
This niche area’s focus aligns with multiple SDGs, ensuring a broad impact:
SDG | Focus Area |
---|---|
SDG 1: No Poverty | Reducing poverty through research on living wages and fair remuneration practices. |
SDG 4: Quality Education | Promoting education in HR data analytics and executive management. |
SDG 5: Gender Equality | Addressing the gender pay gap and advocating for equal opportunities. |
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth | Encouraging fair work practices, incentives, and professional development. |
SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities | Investigating and reducing income disparities. |
Significance of the Research Niche Areas
The Faculty of Management Sciences at TUT is setting benchmarks for addressing workplace challenges through a strategic research approach. By focusing on The Living Wage, Executive Remuneration, and Human Resource Data Analytics, the University is contributing to long-term sustainable outcomes that benefit employees, employers, and society at large.
Highlights
- Research findings emphasize the critical role of a living wage in fostering improved productivity and quality of life.
- Studies in executive remuneration aim to promote fairness, equality, and transparency across organizations.
- HR data analytics provides actionable insights, enhancing decision-making processes in dynamic workplace environments.