INTEGRATING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) TOOLS IN MANAGING HUMAN RESOURCE FOR QUALITY WORK OUTPUT IN RIVERS STATE UNIVERSITIES NIGERIA

Abstract

The study investigated integrating artificial intelligence (AI) tools in managing human resource for quality work output in Rivers State Universities,Nigeria. Three research questions and three hypotheses guided the study. Hypothesis were tested at 0.05 alpha level of significance. The design of the study was descriptive survey design. The population of the study was 3000 academic and nonacademic staff of universities in Rivers State, with a sample of 500 academic and non-academic staff derived using Taro Yami formula. Sample random sampling technique was adopted. Instrument for data collection was titled; integrating artificial intelligence AI tools in managing human resource for quality work output (IAITMHRQWOQ). Cronbach alpha method was used to establish reliability coefficient of intelligence AI tools in managing human resource for quality work output Questionnaire at 0.81. A total of 500 copies of the questionnaire were administered to the respondents, but of 500 copies of questionnaire administered, 401 copies of the questionnaire were retrieved representing 80.2% success rate. The research questions were answered using mean and standard deviation while the hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance using z-test. The result of the study showed that AI tools play a crucial role in maintaining and improving work quality across industries. The study concluded that AI tools significantly enhance HR management by improving efficiency, streamlining processes, and making data-driven decisions, ultimately contributing to higher quality work output. It was therefore recommended that educational administrators should develop comprehensive plans that outline the goals, objectives, and strategies for successful integration. This includes conducting needs assessments to understand the target audience and their requirements, as well as staying updated with technological advancements that can enhance the learning experience in Universities in Rivers State Nigeria.