Authors
Dr., College of Administration and Economics, Sumer University, Iraq
M.M., College of Administration and Economics, Sumer University, Iraq
Abstract
This study aims to highlight the importance of Human Talent Management as one of the key pillars for achieving entrepreneurial success within educational institutions. The research is based on an applied study conducted at the University of Sumer in Dhi Qar Governorate. The study is grounded in a main hypothesis that assumes the existence of a significant correlation and impact relationship between Human Talent Management, with its three dimensions (attraction, development, and retention), and entrepreneurial success with its dimensions (financial performance, entrepreneurial satisfaction, and sense of gratitude).
The researcher adopted the descriptive–analytical approach and used a questionnaire as the main data collection tool, which was distributed to a sample of 50 administrative employees out of a total population of 210 individuals in the Colleges of Administration and Economics and Medicine.
The findings indicate a clear awareness within the university of the importance of attracting human competencies, along with a tendency toward developing their skills and retaining them, reflecting the university’s adoption of a strategic approach to talent management. Statistical results using the correlation coefficient revealed a strong and positive relationship between talent management and entrepreneurial success. Furthermore, simple regression analysis demonstrated that any increase in the level of talent management leads to a noticeable increase in entrepreneurial success levels.
At the dimensional level, attraction emerged as the most evident and effective activity, while development and retention require additional support, particularly in terms of creating a supportive and sustainable environment for talents. Regarding entrepreneurial success, the results showed that the financial dimension and job satisfaction play a significant role in shaping employees’ sense of gratitude, which enhances their organizational commitment and achievement of institutional goals.
The study recommends establishing a specialized talent management unit within universities, providing advanced training programs, and adopting both material and moral incentive systems to ensure the retention and sustainability of competencies. This would contribute to creating a creative and high-performing academic and administrative environment and strengthen the university’s position in a rapidly changing competitive landscape.