Zhandos Kudaibergenov, Ainur Abilkassym, Bibigul Izatullayeva, Gulzhan Agabekova, Gulzhamal Koptayeva
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to develop the human resource management mechanism and to suggest the recommendations for effective HRM in higher education institutions. Methodology: The article considers issues and challenges of human resource management in Kazakh universities. The case of Akhmet Yassawi University as the university of reference and two other Kazakh universities for comparison is presented and analyzed from the standpoint of HRM practices. Findings/Results: The study allowed making conclusion that Kazakh universities have a lack well thought-out and strategically aligned HRM practices, which leads to middle level of lecturers’ and employees’ satisfaction. To overcome these issues, we proposed the mechanism for implementation of effective HRM practices based on talent management and strategic approach. Originality/Value:. The study represents original research, the first attempt to evaluate quality of HRM practices in Kazakh universities on scientific management foundation