Review of phenomenological approaches and its scope in human resource management

Abstract

PurposeThis article focuses on the various phenomenological approaches and their scope in the Human Resource Management (HRM) domain.Design/methodology/approachThe authors reviewed and elaborated various phenomenological approaches, and their convergence, divergence and scope in the field of HRM.FindingsThe theoretical underpinnings of phenomenology reveal that with its philosophical differences, phenomenology emanates various spectrums in the form of different approaches. Furthermore, these approaches, e.g. Post-Intentional Phenomenology and Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis, have the potential to understand and uncover various phenomena in the field of HRM.Practical implicationsPhenomenological approaches could be employed to uncover various complex phenomena in the field of HRM. Phenomenological approaches can be used to examine the everyday life experiences of employees, as they could contribute to reframe and enhance the HRM practices in the organization.Originality/valueThe study contributes to the authors' knowledge of employing various phenomenological approaches to explore the diverse phenomena in the field of HRM.