International journal of Education, Technology and Social Sciences

The integration of Information Technology (IT) and Human Resource Management (HRM) has emerged as a critical dimension of contemporary management education, particularly in the Indian context. Rapid globalization, technological advancement, and evolving industry expectations have compelled management institutions to reassess traditional pedagogical approaches and curricular structures. Within this changing landscape, IT-enabled HRM has gained prominence as both a subject of study and a pedagogical tool for enhancing managerial competence. The present analytical study explores the conceptual foundations, historical evolution, and practical implications of integrating IT and HRM in management education in India. Drawing upon theoretical perspectives such as IT– organization fit, HRM pedagogy, technology acceptance, and learning analytics, the study examines how digital tools, learning management systems, HR analytics, and technology-driven assessment mechanisms are reshaping teaching–learning processes. The analysis further highlights policy initiatives, accreditation norms, and institutional strategies that have facilitated this integration, while also identifying persistent challenges related to infrastructure, faculty preparedness, digital divide, and inclusivity. Findings indicate that effective IT–HRM integration contributes positively to employability, skill alignment, experiential learning, and data-driven academic governance. However, uneven adoption across institutions and regions limits its transformative potential. The study concludes that sustained integration of IT and HRM within management education requires coordinated policy support, faculty capacity building, curriculum redesign, and stronger industry– academia collaboration to ensure relevance, equity, and long-term academic value in the Indian management education ecosystem.