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DOI Prefix: 10.47001/IRJIET

HR Practices and Policies for Building Sustainable Business Brand Value

Abstract

The growing emphasis on sustainability has elevated the strategic importance of Human Resource (HR) practices and policies in fostering sustainable business brand value. This study investigates the contribution of HR strategies to long-term organizational growth by aligning workforce management with sustainability objectives. Through a qualitative methodology, including 25 semi-structured interviews, 5 focus group discussions, and the analysis of 15 corporate documents, the research identifies key HR dimensions—talent acquisition, employee engagement, training, diversity and inclusion, and ethical governance—as pivotal enablers of sustainable brand value. The findings highlight that sustainability-focused HR practices enhance employee advocacy, trust, and innovation, strengthening brand equity in competitive markets. Leadership commitment and data-driven HR strategies further amplify these effects, embedding sustainability into organizational culture and operations. This study provides actionable insights for HR professionals and leaders, emphasizing the role of sustainable HRM as a core strategy for achieving both corporate and societal goals.

Country : Bangladesh

1 Monjurul Alam2 Moushumi Akter Mouli

  1. Human Resources Division, Eastern Bank PLC, Dhaka, Bangladesh
  2. Department of Bancassurance, Eastern Bank PLC, Dhaka, Bangladesh

IRJIET, Volume 9, Issue 1, January 2025 pp. 62-71

doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2025.901008

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