International Human Resource Management of Multinational Companies in Thailand

Abstract

This research aimed to study the structural and functional problems of international human resource management (IHRM) of multinational companies in Thailand and to develop a structural IHRM model and functional IHRM model. It was qualitative research. Data collection was conducted through literature review phenomenon observation, and focus group 13 key informants were selected based on purposive sampling method discussion. The researcher developed the assumption model based on a literature review and phenomenal studying. Ten experienced HR professionals and 3 IHRM specialists discussed the model development evaluation. Considering the feasibility and propriety of the model, the data analysis method was conducted by content synthesis and summarized by the inductive reasoning method.

Findings were found as follows: -1) The structural problem of IHRM was duplication of the HR function at the global and regional levels. Regional HR functions could be eliminated for cost savings. The functional problem of IHRM was the lack of digital function. Digital IHRM was recommended to drive HR functions effectively. 2) The structural IHRM model comprises International recruitment, International compensation and benefits, International Development, International communication, International social corporation responsibility, International expatriates, and International digital IHRM.