A procedure for distributing recruits in manpower systems

Authors

  • Virtue U. Ekhosuehi University of Benin, P.M.B., Department of Mathematics, Benin City, Nigeria
  • Augustine A. Osagiede University of Benin, P.M.B., Department of Mathematics, Benin City, Nigeria
  • Wilfred A. Iguodala University of Benin, P.M.B., Academic Planning Division, Benin City, Nigeria

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2298/YJOR131219031E

Keywords:

Gani-type person-flow model, manpower system, Markov chain, National Universities Commission, recruitment distribution

Abstract

In this paper, we treat the following problem: Given a stable Gani-type personflow model and assuming no negative recruitment, what recruitment distribution at the n − step is capable of generating a staff-mix that closely follows the desired structure? We relate the problem to the challenge of universities in Nigeria towards reaching the desired academic staff-mix by rank specified by the National Universities Commission (NUC). We formulate a population-dynamic model consisting of aggregate-fractional flow balance equations within a discrete-time Markov chain framework for the system. We use MATLas a convenient platform to solve the system of equations. The utility of the model is illustrated by means of academic staff flows in a university-faculty setting in Nigeria.

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2015-10-01

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