Date of Publication :17th January 2024

Abstract: This review paper employs bibliometric analysis from Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar to examine HRM practices in India and Sierra Leone, focusing on recent trends across various industries, sectors and institutions. The search, limited to 2013-2022, yielded 200 papers (182 from India, 18 from Sierra Leone). After data cleaning, 138 papers were reviewed, analyzing sectors, industries, HR practices, and emerging trends. Findings revealed that In India, HRM practices have evolved notably in IT, manufacturing, education, and SMEs. Emerging trends encompass E-HRM, green HRM, high-performance work systems, sustainable HRM, and AI. Conversely, Sierra Leone's HRM practices are nascent, primarily relying on traditional Universalistic HRM practices in sectors like healthcare, private and public institutions, SMEs, and banking. A substantial knowledge gap exists, emphasizing the need for more research in Sierra Leone's key industries. While acknowledging India's progress, the paper underscores the necessity for additional empirical studies in certain industries. Ultimately, this review sheds light on HRM practices in both countries, emphasizing the call for cross-national and comparative analysis to advance the field.

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