Optimizing Human Resource Management Practices and Enhancing Organizational Commitment of Migrant Workers

Qiaoyan LIN

Abstract


During the period of economic and social transformation in China, migrant workers, as a special group, have a dual identity. Although they are farmers, they migrate between working areas like migratory birds and become de facto industrial workers. But its high turnover rate and liquidity bring many problems to the management of the enterprise. This article analyzes this issue from the perspective of human resource management practice and proposes corresponding solutions.


Keywords


Migrant workers; Human resource management practices; Organizational commitments

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3968/12100

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