Role of HR Practices in Improving the Retention of Employees in the IT Sector of Pakistan: A Quantitative Study

Authors

  • Dr. Asghar Kamal* Assistant Professor,Department of Business Administration,Sarhad University of Science & Information Technology,Peshawar. https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3424-599X
  • Dr. Muhammad Mahmood Shah Khan Assistant Professor of Banking and Finance (HSM), UMT Lahore

Abstract

This research investigates the role of human resource (HR) practices in enhancing employee retention in information technology (IT) sector in Pakistan. As competition for skilled IT professionals intensifies, organizations are facing more difficulty when trying to retain the best talent. This study uses a quantitative approach to measure the impact of several HR practices such as recruitment, training and development, performance management and compensation on employee retention. Data collected from the IT professionals who work in top IT companies of Pakistan reveals the HR practices that have the most significant impact on the commitment and retention of employees. The results of the research provide useful information for HR managers who need to formulate useful strategies for retention in a fast-paced and competitive industry.

Keywords: HR Practices, Employee Retention, IT Sector, Pakistan, Talent Retention, Compensation, Training and Development, Performance management.

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Published

2025-12-30

How to Cite

Dr. Asghar Kamal*, & Dr. Muhammad Mahmood Shah Khan. (2025). Role of HR Practices in Improving the Retention of Employees in the IT Sector of Pakistan: A Quantitative Study. Journal of Management Science Research Review, 4(4), 1816–1826. Retrieved from https://www.jmsrr.com/index.php/Journal/article/view/382

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 4 (2025): Journal of Management Science Research Review

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