بهروز قربانی

This study aimed to identify the aspects affecting elite retention in organizations using a metasynthesis-based qualitative method by investigating 682 scientific-research papers conducted on elite retention. Once the metasynthesis stages were completed, a sample of 23 papers was finally selected according to inclusion criteria. Results of the selected qualitative studies were reviewed systematically, the components and contents were identified and classified using the content analysis method. The validity of the research results was verified using a CASP checklist and confirmed by experts, and the reliability of the data was calculated using the Cohen's kappa coefficient. Findings of the present research indicated 304 identified initial concepts classified into 20 sub-concepts and ultimately 10 main concepts. Based on the research findings, organizations are progressing and developing in a galloping manner. Therefore, the presence of elites in scientific fields and production of underlying knowledge could be highly effective. The employment of elites' capabilities could be effective in creating and boosting their motivation to promote and develop organizations.