Building High-Performing Teams: Analyzing the Influence of Employee Development Practices on Private University Performance in Kenya

Abstract

This research delves into the intricate relationship between employee development practices and the performance of private universities. Employing a descriptive research design, the study aims to comprehensively analyze the effect of employee development practices on overall performance outcomes within the higher education sector. Data collection was meticulously executed through well-crafted questionnaires, administered to a judiciously purposively selected sample of 121 respondents from private universities in Kenya. The empirical findings of this research unveil a robust and affirmative correlation between employee development practices and performance. Rigorous correlation analysis further elucidates the nuanced dynamics, indicating a statistically significant relationship (r = 0.325, p < 0.05). This study establishes a substantive and affirmative effect of employee development practices. Beyond the institution’s confines, these findings provide valuable insights for private universities grappling with the complex challenges of contemporary higher education. The implications of this research extend to inform strategic decision-making and policy formulation aimed at optimizing employee development practices for enhanced performance outcomes. In light of these outcomes, this study recommends an extension of the investigation to encompass the realm of public universities in Kenya.