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This study investigates mechanisms through which human resource management (HRM) strategies and Islamic cultural integration contribute to building team cohesion in multicultural organizational environments. The research employed a cross-sectional survey design yielding 108 valid responses from six organizations with 63% Muslim and 37% non-Muslim employees. Statistical analyses utilized structural equation modeling, bootstrap mediation procedures, and multi-group analysis. Results revealed significant positive relationships among all constructs, with HRM strategies demonstrating strong effects on Islamic cultural integration (β = 0.64, p < 0.001) and Islamic cultural integration showing substantial influence on team cohesion (β = 0.58, p < 0.001). Bootstrap mediation analysis indicated that Islamic cultural integration accounts for 56% of the total effect of HRM strategies on team cohesion. Multi-group analysis revealed different patterns between Muslim and non-Muslim employees. The findings contribute to cross-cultural management theory and provide practical implications for organizations in diverse international markets.
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