Using Social Network Research in HRM: Scratching the surface of a fundamental basis of HRM

Kase, R., King, Z. and Minbaeva, D. (2013) Using Social Network Research in HRM: Scratching the surface of a fundamental basis of HRM. Human Resource Management, 52 (4). pp. 473-483. ISSN 1099-050X doi: 10.1002/hrm.21546

Abstract/Summary

This article is the guest editors' introduction to a special issue on using Social Network Research in the field of Human Resource Management. The goals of the special issue are: (1) to draw attention to the points of integration between the two fields, (2) to showcase research that applies social network perspectives and methodology to issues relevant to HRM and (3) to identify common challenges where future collaborative efforts could contribute to advancements in both fields.