Knowledge-Based Human Resource Management Practices in Higher Education Institutions: A Narrative Literature Review

This study investigates the integration of Knowledge Management (KM) dimensions into Human Resource Management (HRM) practices within higher education institutions, aiming to enhance organizational learning, innovation, and strategic agility. To achieve this, a narrative literature review was conducted, supported by thematic analysis and a literature review matrix to systematically examine conceptual linkages and empirical patterns. Findings reveal that HRM functions—such as faculty recruitment, academic development, performance evaluation, and career progression—activate KM dimensions including knowledge creation, sharing, application, and retention, thereby contributing to institutional resilience and sustainable competitive advantage. The conclusion identifies a novel gap in the dynamic evolution of KM-HRM integration across academic life cycles and cultural contexts, which remains underexplored in current literature. As a recommendation, the study advocates for the use of visual frameworks (e.g., Figure 2) and longitudinal, sectorsensitive approaches to guide future research and strategic redesign, ensuring that HRM systems in higher education are responsive to the complexities of knowledge-driven transformation.