ABSTRACT

Purpose: This study, through a systematic literature review investigated the kind of perceived organizational support (POS) accorded to expatriate academics working in universities and colleges in Gulf Countries and the effect POS has on their general adjustment. Methodology: Four electronic databases were searched viz., Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, and EBSCO Host. The language was restricted to only English, while dates were restricted from 2010 – 2023, an era when active recruitment of self-initiated expatriate academics started in these countries. After applying Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA), 14 studies were selected for review. Findings: The results yielded that expatriate academics did not receive enough support from their employers, which made them less motivated. The few who got support were western nationals working in international branch campuses. The consequence of not receiving appropriate POS resulted in academics not adjusting properly. Implications: The study ended with some practical implications and limitations for further research.