Talent Development in Higher Education Institutions: Systematic Literature Review and Research Agenda

Olesya Smagina and Jean-François Stich ()
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Olesya Smagina: Westminster International University, ICN Business School
Jean-François Stich: CEREFIGE - Centre Européen de Recherche en Economie Financière et Gestion des Entreprises - UL - Université de Lorraine, ICN Business School

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Abstract: This systematic literature review examines talent development (TD) as part of the talent management (TM) approach taken by higher education institutions. The aim is to consolidate the conceptualisation of TD, its main themes and challenges, and potential TD research at higher education institutions (HEIs). Scopus and Web of Science databases were used for the article search. Employing a PRISMA protocol and meticulous rejection criteria, 57 articles were ultimately included in the review. The contribution of the review is that it systemises current knowledge about TD within higher education institutions and identifies transverse themes and tensions in the literature. The themes reveal contextual influences, higher education managerialism triggering new skills development, institutional support and alignment, the role of line managers, and underutilised and unstructured talent development. The potential avenues for future research include examining the socio-political and contextual factors that affect TD, adopting a multidimensional approach involving stakeholders and various actors, and exploring the systematic implementation of TD practices.

Keywords: talent development; systematic literature review; university employees; higher education institution (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025-09-24
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Published in Human Resource Development Review, 2025, ⟨10.1177/15344843251381389⟩

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DOI: 10.1177/15344843251381389

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