Abstract:
Purpose of this research study is to explore the HR practices being used by LMKR for
managing its diversified employees; local as well as foreign; also to see the effectiveness
of the practices.
Methodology used to collect data by researcher is questionnaire and interview.
Questionnaire comprises of few demographic details and closed-ended questions and was
designed for employees of LMKR. And few employees were interviewed and the same
questions were asked. In interview from HR manager open ended questions were asked
related to the organization and workforce diversity management. And few closed ended
questions were also narrated to the manager.
Total population was 150 so chosen sample size was 51; 1 HR manager and 50
employees; using stratified, cluster and quota sampling techniques. Questionnaire was
sent to 50 employees only 26 employees respond to it.
Findings of this research shows that LMKR is effectively managing its diversified
workforce by using or implementing effective recruitment and selection, training and
development, performance management and compensation practices. LMKR encourages
retaining diversified workforce and treats each and every employee equally and provides
opportunity to grow to everyone without any discrimination on basis of age, gender,
culture and region.
The practical implications of research comprises of its usefulness for managing
diversified workforce in any organization.This research also provides the guidance related
to the management of expatriates.
Limitation of the research is that the study was conducted in Pakistani culture as the
focused/selected office/subsidiary was located in Islamabad, Pakistan.
