10.57647/jee.2026.0902.16

A Phenomenological Analysis of Factors AffectingHuman Capital Development in the Education System

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  • Somayeh Ahmadi1,
  • Leila Bahmaee*2,
  • Gholamreza Momeni3,
  1. Department of Educational Management, Ahv.C., Islamic Azad University, Ahvaz, Iran
  2. Department of Educational Management, Om.C., Islamic Azad University, Omidiyeh, Iran
  3. Department of Educational Management, Mehrarvand Institute of Higher Education, Abadan, Iran

Received: 2026-03-17

Revised: 2026-04-24

Accepted: 2026-05-05

Published in Issue 2026-12-31

Copyright (c) 2026 Somayeh Ahmadi, Leila Bahmaee, Gholamreza Momeni (Author)

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Ahmadi, S., Bahmaee, L., & Momeni, G. (2026). A Phenomenological Analysis of Factors AffectingHuman Capital Development in the Education System. Journal of Education Experiences, 9(2). https://doi.org/10.57647/jee.2026.0902.16
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Abstract

The present study was conducted with the aim of a phenomenological analysis of factors affecting human capital development in the education system of Khuzestan Province. This study is applied in terms of purpose and was carried out using a qualitative approach. Data were collected through 15 semi-structured interviews with experts, managers, and selected specialists of Khuzestan Province and were analyzed using the thematic analysis method. The findings led to the design of a three-dimensional model of human capital development, encompassing individual dimensions (cognitive skills and abilities, professional ethics, interpersonal and communication skills), organizational dimensions (organizational competence, organizational structure and design, performance management, and succession planning), and environmental dimensions (organizational culture, supportive policies, and working conditions). Furthermore, development strategies were extracted in the form of components such as explaining the current situation, goal setting, determining developmental needs, empowering personnel, leadership, effective communication, motivation, organizational design, succession planning, and performance management. The proposed model provides a comprehensive and practical framework for policymakers and educational administrators, which, by emphasizing the dynamic interaction of individual, organizational, and environmental dimensions, can lead to the improvement of key indicators including productivity, innovation, motivation, and job satisfaction in the education system. This model can serve as a basis for future planning and broader studies at national and regional levels.

Keywords

  • Human Capital,
  • Organizational Development,
  • Education
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