Effect Analysis of Human Resource Training Mechanism on Middle Management Ability Improvement in Universities

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  • Siyuan Guo Hainan Vocational University of Science and Technology, Haikou, China Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70088/51g2xv16

Keywords:

university management, human resources, training mechanisms, governance effectiveness, leadership development

Abstract

As the core link in implementing institutional decisions, managing academic departments, coordinating interdepartmental collaboration, and serving faculty and students, middle-level administrators in higher education institutions play a pivotal role in determining overall governance effectiveness and educational quality. Against the backdrop of high-quality development in higher education and the rapid digital transformation in modern education, establishing systematic, professional, and routine human resource training mechanisms has become a critical pathway to enhance the governance capabilities, execution efficiency, and innovation capacity of middle-level management teams. This study comprehensively examines the human resource training system in universities, focusing specifically on four key operational stages: training needs identification, program design, implementation execution, and performance evaluation. Furthermore, it critically analyzes the existing challenges and structural bottlenecks in current middle-level administrator training programs. By exploring the direct impact of human resource training mechanisms on improving managerial decision-making, organizational coordination, emergency response capabilities, team building, and long-term innovation development, this research highlights the necessity for continuous professional development. Consequently, the study proposes concrete, actionable strategies, including optimizing training frameworks, strengthening knowledge transfer processes, and refining institutional support mechanisms to ensure sustainable administrative excellence. Ultimately, the findings provide robust theoretical references and practical guidance for universities seeking to strengthen leadership development, adapt to evolving educational demands, and significantly elevate their internal governance standards in a highly competitive academic landscape.

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31 July 2025

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Guo, S. (2025). Effect Analysis of Human Resource Training Mechanism on Middle Management Ability Improvement in Universities. Education Insights, 2(7), 325-333. https://doi.org/10.70088/51g2xv16