INNOVATION IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: A SUSTAINABLE APPROACH FOR MICRO, SMALL, AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES

Authors

  • Rahayu Septyaning Mistina Satya Wiyata Mandala University
  • Tri Hadi Sulistyanto Wibawa Karta Raharja School of Economics
  • Irianty Tampubolon Satya Wiyata Mandala University
  • Yan Maruanaya Satya Wiyata Mandala University
  • Wardhana W. Dharsono Satya Wiyata Mandala University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53067/ijomral.v4i3.345

Keywords:

Human Resource Management, Sustainability, MSMEs, Innovation, Training

Abstract

This study analyzes the role of Human Resource Management (HRM) in supporting sustainability within Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Through a comprehensive literature review of publications from 2020-2024, the research explores sustainable HRM practices including training, green leadership, and performance management systems. Utilizing Publish or Perish and VOSviewer software, the study identifies key themes and conceptual relationships in the literature. Findings reveal that sustainable HRM practices significantly contribute to human resource optimization and business sustainability. VOSviewer mapping uncovered relationships between HRM innovation, sustainable development, and MSME sustainability. The research highlights the importance of job training and visionary HRM approaches in supporting sustainable transformation. This study provides critical insights into the strategic role of HRM in achieving organizational sustainability

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Published

2025-05-30

How to Cite

Mistina, R. S. ., Sulistyanto, T. H. ., Tampubolon, I. ., Maruanaya, Y. ., & Dharsono, W. W. . (2025). INNOVATION IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: A SUSTAINABLE APPROACH FOR MICRO, SMALL, AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Literature, 4(3), 573–581. https://doi.org/10.53067/ijomral.v4i3.345