1st Edition

Institutional Theory and Human Resource Management

By Alireza Hashemi Copyright 2026
318 Pages 9 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

318 Pages 9 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

This research volume delves into the intricate realm of human resource management (HRM) through the lens of institutional theory. Spanning eight chapters, it meticulously explores the intersection of organizational studies and HRM, offering a deep understanding of how institutional contexts shape HRM practices and behaviors. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the contextual... Read more

Chapter 1. Trends in HRM research: Towards contextual approach and institutional theory

Chapter 2. Organizational theory and institutional theory

Chapter 3. Institutional pressures and HRM

Chapter 4. Institutional logic and HRM

Chapter 5. Institutional action in organizational studies

Chapter 6. Institutional action of HRM

Chapter 7. Institutional work and institutional entrepreneurship in HRM

Chapter 8. Future directions in institutional HRM research

Biography

Alireza Hashemi holds a Ph.D. in Public Administration with a specialization in Human Resource Management (HRM) from the University of Tehran. He is a dedicated researcher, consultant, and educator in HRM and general management. His work primarily focuses on the intersection of organizational and institutional theory with HRM, a field where his insights are well-documented through his extensive list of authored and co-authored publications.