Virology: Current Research

The COVID-19 Pandemic and Human Resource Management Practices: A Review of Situations in Bangladesh

Abstract

Reefat Arefin Khan*, Syed Far Abid Hossain and Shamim Hossain

Globally, the work practices of organizations are altering due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Bangladesh is no exception. The pandemic is not only directly affecting the profit margins of organizations but also the socio-economic situation of a country like Bangladesh. This paper aims to explore how and to what extent it is affecting the work processes, specifically HR practices, of Bangladeshi organizations. The research paper is a qualitative study based on secondary materials such as journal articles, e-books, and other published materials on the internet. The findings reveal that the roles of HR managers as well as employees are continually changing due to COVID-19. Most of the companies in Bangladesh have embraced the ‘New normal’ work practice. Consequently, the roles and responsibilities of the HR manager as well as those of the employees are drastically changing. The paper concludes that the changing work culture is increasing demands for techsavvy employees.