Author(s)

Anh Quang Nguyen^1,*, Nguyen Ngoc Diep², Le Thi Thuy Duong²

Affiliation(s)

¹Faculty of Chinese Language, Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, Hanoi 100000, Vietnam.

²Human Resources Department, Hanzi Zhiyuan Project, Hanoi 100000, Vietnam.

Corresponding Author

Anh Quang Nguyen. Application of Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory in human resource management at higher education institutions in Vietnam. Educational Research and Human Development. 2024, 1(1): 10-21. DOI: 10.61784/erhd3002.

ABSTRACT

Maslow's theory of needs presents a hierarchical structure wherein needs are arranged in a sequence that advocates for their successive fulfilment. The theory has a significant impact on economic growth, the prioritization of development initiatives, the formulation of policies and social programs, and human resource management. Maslow's hierarchy of needs stands out as a cornerstone theory in psychology. Moreover, its application in human resource management is particularly crucial, serving as a valuable tool for managers to optimize the utilization of human resources efficiently. In Vietnam, effective management of human resources within higher education institutions, particularly those about teaching and scientific research, holds significant importance as it directly influences the achievement of all university objectives and responsibilities. This study proposes to explore the application of Maslow's hierarchy of needs framework in the context of human resource management within Vietnamese higher education institutions. It aims to demonstrate that fulfilling employees' physiological needs represents the foundational requirement for ensuring their motivation. At the apex of these needs lies the employees' aspiration for self-realization and personal growth.

KEYWORDS

Maslow's hierarchy of needs; Educational; Higher education; HR

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Anh Quang Nguyen, Nguyen Ngoc Diep, Le Thi Thuy Duong

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