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Exploring Human Resource Management Challenges in Start-Up Ecosystems

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  • Estiyanti Ni Made

    (PhD Student, Ihrig Károly Doctoral School of Management and Business, University of Debrecen, Debrecen, Hungary)

  • Novotny Adam

    (Assoc. Prof., Institute of Economic Science, Eszterházy Károly Catholic University, Eger, Hungary)

  • Máté Domicián

    (Prof., Department of Engineering Management and Enterprise, Faculty of Engineering, University of Debrecen, Debrecen, Hungary)

  • Vveinhardt Jolita

    (Prof., Vytautas Kavolis Transdisciplinary Social and Humanities Research Institute, Vytautas Magnus University, K. Donelaičio g. 58, Kaunas, Lithuania)

Abstract

A start-up involves creating a new company in an unpredictable environment with limited resources, and human resource management (HRM) is often undervalued in small firms. This review study emphasizes the significance of HRM in start-ups by 219 publications through Systematic Literature Network Analysis (SLNA) using the Scopus database. HRM critical challenge is focusing on the development of effective entrepreneurial teams. HRM in start-ups also includes modern processes and digital transformation, which can enhance performance and support sustainable development goals. The findings provide valuable insights for both practitioners and academics, suggesting tailored approaches to navigate the unique challenges faced by start-ups.

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  • Estiyanti Ni Made & Novotny Adam & Máté Domicián & Vveinhardt Jolita, 2025. "Exploring Human Resource Management Challenges in Start-Up Ecosystems," Management Theory and Studies for Rural Business and Infrastructure Development, Sciendo, vol. 47(1), pages 1-14.
    • Handle: RePEc:vrs:mtrbid:v:47:y:2025:i:1:p:1-14:n:1001
    DOI: 10.15544/mts.2025.01
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    Keywords

    bibliometric analysis; human resource management (HRM); innovation; Start-up;
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    JEL classification:

    • M13 - Business Administration and Business Economics; Marketing; Accounting; Personnel Economics - - Business Administration - - - New Firms; Startups
    • M54 - Business Administration and Business Economics; Marketing; Accounting; Personnel Economics - - Personnel Economics - - - Labor Management
    • O15 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Economic Development - - - Economic Development: Human Resources; Human Development; Income Distribution; Migration
    • O32 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Innovation; Research and Development; Technological Change; Intellectual Property Rights - - - Management of Technological Innovation and R&D
    • L26 - Industrial Organization - - Firm Objectives, Organization, and Behavior - - - Entrepreneurship

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