Exploring Human Resource Management Challenges in Start-Up Ecosystems

Estiyanti Ni Made (), Novotny Adam (), Máté Domicián () and Vveinhardt Jolita ()
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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

Management Theory and Studies for Rural Business and Infrastructure Development, 2025, vol. 47, issue 1, 1-14

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.

Keywords: bibliometric analysis; human resource management (HRM); innovation; Start-up (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: L26 M13 M54 O15 O32 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.15544/mts.2025.01

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