This literature review discussed here examines the marginalization of Culturally and Racially Marginalized (CARM) staff in corporatized higher education, focusing on Australia with global comparisons to the UK, US, Canada, and South Africa. It identifies key themes, analyzes methodologies, evaluates theoretical frameworks, and assesses their applicability to studying systemic exclusion.The reviewed texts explore a complex web of issues surrounding education, encompassing the influence of Marxism, the persistent challenges of race and racism, the impact of neoliberal marketization, academic freedom, and the decolonization of knowledge. These issues are not isolated but intersect, shaping the experiences of students and academics across various national contexts. The documents highlight the ways in which education is both a site of social reproduction and a potential space for resistance and transformation.