L’approche par compétences dans les PME. Pratiques et représentations

Abstract

This paper presents the results of a qualitative study conducted with a panel of managers and managers of small and medium-sized companies operating in the Bejaia region. The study focuses on the analysis of their representations of the notion of competence and their management practices. Results showed that, on the one hand, the family aspect takes precedence over the management methods adopted by companies that privilege social bonds of trust. On the other hand, the study witnessed a lack of organized and rational human resources management plans that allow skills development