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About the Book

Human Resource Management in Higher Education Institutions: AI-Driven Sustainability and Transformation offers a comprehensive and contemporary examination of how people management is reshaping universities and colleges in the digital age. Moving beyond traditional administrative functions, the book presents HRM as a strategic driver of academic excellence, research productivity, institutional culture, and long-term sustainability.

Authored by experienced academicians, this volume systematically explores the evolution of HRM in higher education, regulatory and legal frameworks in India, human resource planning, recruitment and selection, performance appraisal, compensation, employee welfare, and workplace culture. A distinctive strength of the book is its focused discussion on digital transformation and artificial intelligence in HRM, highlighting how AI-enabled systems can enhance decision-making, faculty development, efficiency, and sustainable workforce practices.

With policy-oriented insights and practical recommendations, the book addresses real challenges such as faculty shortages, performance management, governance, and changing expectations within higher education institutions. Written in a clear and structured manner, it bridges theory and practice, making complex concepts accessible and relevant.

This book is an essential resource for postgraduate students, research scholars, faculty members, academic administrators, and policymakers seeking to build future-ready, people-centric, and technology-driven higher education institutions in the Indian and global context.

About the Author 

Mr. Shubham K. Kadam is a dedicated academician and researcher currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research (Deemed University), Wardha). He has numerous publications in reputed national and international indices, including Scopus-indexed journals and book chapters. He has also authored six books.

Dr. Pankajkumar A Anawade is an experienced academician with 17+ years in teaching and industry. He serves as Professor and Dean (Academics) at DMIHER, Wardha, and is a recognized Ph.D. Supervisor in Commerce and Management. He holds a Ph.D., MBA (Marketing), and B.E. (Mechanical Engineering). He has authored 29 books, published 50+ Scopus/PubMed papers, and holds multiple patents.

Dr. Chhitij Raj is the Director of the Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), School of Allied Sciences, and Admissions at Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research. With over 24 years of experience across consumer durables, light engineering, and education services, he brings a strong blend of industry insight and academic leadership. A doctorate in management, he is known for his strengths in strategic partnerships, marketing, training, and driving institutional growth.

Dr. Deepak S. Sharma is a Professor of Finance and FinTech with 16.5 years of academic and administrative experience. He serves as Vice Dean (R&D), Ph.D. Program Mentor & Coordinator, and Deputy Director at the Centre for Distance and Online Education, DMIHER (DU), Wardha. He has published 80+ research papers and actively guides Ph.D. scholars in research design, data analysis, and publication.

Dr. Anurag A. Luharia is presently serving as the Head & Consultant Medical Physicist & Radiological Safety Officer-III for Radiology, Therapy and Nuclear Medicine at Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Sawangi (Meghe), Wardha. He has more than 100 scientific publications in various indices. He has written more than 30 chapters in various books and authored 20 books, 8 copyrights. He has PhD in Radiophysics and pursuing his second in Health Profession Education.

Ms. Utkarsha Wanjari – MBA scholar in Human Resource Management at Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Sawangi (Meghe), Wardha. She has contributed to Research paper as an author and coauthor and worked on many publications