Download or read book A Guide to Key Theories for Human Resource Management Research written by Kate Hutchings and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2024-01-18 with total page 373 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This authoritative Guide provides 41 summaries of important theories used for research in HRM. Each entry clearly defines a theory, provides insight into the development of the theory, demonstrates the application of the theory to HRM, and discusses areas where the theory could be applied in future research projects. Additionally, the two introductory chapters overview HRM in relation to theory, and explain the importance of theory in research and issues to consider when using theory.