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THE ROLE OF HRM PRACTICES IN PROMOTING ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS A STUDY IN KARACHI PAKISTAN

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http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gmsr.2024(IX-IV).04      10.31703/gmsr.2024(IX-IV).04      Published : Dec 2024

The Role of HRM Practices in Promoting Environmental Sustainability in Higher Education Institutions: A Study in Karachi, Pakistan

Abstract

    Purpose: This study aims to explore how Human Resource Management practice can promote environmental sustainability in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Karachi, Pakistan and also investigates the role of organizational culture in supporting eco-friendly behaviors among employees.

    Design: A mixed-methods approach was adopted with HR professionals and faculty members from various HEIs in Karachi.

    Findings: The study found a positive relationship between HRM practices and the implementation of sustainability initiatives within HEIs and significantly influence eco-friendly behaviors environmental outcomes and a strong organizational culture mediates the effectiveness of HRM practices in achieving sustainability goals.

    Practical Implications: The findings offer practical recommendations for HEIs in resource-constrained environments, suggesting that even low-cost or incremental HRM interventions can positively impact sustainability.

    Originality: Contributes to the literature by examining the intersection of HRM and sustainability of HEIs in a developing region. It provides insights into the unique challenges faced by HEIs in Karachi.

    HRM Practices, Environmental Sustainability, Organizational Culture, HEIs, Green HRM

    (1) Qanita Imtiaz
    PhD Scholar, Department of Management Science, DHA Suffa University, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (2) Sobia Iqbal
    PhD Supervisor, Department of Management Science, DHA Suffa University, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.
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APA

    APA : Imtiaz, Q., & Iqbal, S. (2024). The Role of HRM Practices in Promoting Environmental Sustainability in Higher Education Institutions: A Study in Karachi, Pakistan. Global Management Sciences Review, IX(IV), 44-53. https://doi.org/10.31703/gmsr.2024(IX-IV).04

CHICAGO

    CHICAGO : Imtiaz, Qanita, and Sobia Iqbal. 2024. "The Role of HRM Practices in Promoting Environmental Sustainability in Higher Education Institutions: A Study in Karachi, Pakistan." Global Management Sciences Review, IX (IV): 44-53 doi: 10.31703/gmsr.2024(IX-IV).04

HARVARD

    HARVARD : IMTIAZ, Q. & IQBAL, S. 2024. The Role of HRM Practices in Promoting Environmental Sustainability in Higher Education Institutions: A Study in Karachi, Pakistan. Global Management Sciences Review, IX, 44-53.

MHRA

    MHRA : Imtiaz, Qanita, and Sobia Iqbal. 2024. "The Role of HRM Practices in Promoting Environmental Sustainability in Higher Education Institutions: A Study in Karachi, Pakistan." Global Management Sciences Review, IX: 44-53

MLA

    MLA : Imtiaz, Qanita, and Sobia Iqbal. "The Role of HRM Practices in Promoting Environmental Sustainability in Higher Education Institutions: A Study in Karachi, Pakistan." Global Management Sciences Review, IX.IV (2024): 44-53 Print.

OXFORD

    OXFORD : Imtiaz, Qanita and Iqbal, Sobia (2024), "The Role of HRM Practices in Promoting Environmental Sustainability in Higher Education Institutions: A Study in Karachi, Pakistan", Global Management Sciences Review, IX (IV), 44-53

TURABIAN

    TURABIAN : Imtiaz, Qanita, and Sobia Iqbal. "The Role of HRM Practices in Promoting Environmental Sustainability in Higher Education Institutions: A Study in Karachi, Pakistan." Global Management Sciences Review IX, no. IV (2024): 44-53. https://doi.org/10.31703/gmsr.2024(IX-IV).04