Human capital theory: implications for human resource development Academic Article uri icon

abstract

  • This article reviews definitions of Human Capital Theory by leading economists and HRD scholars. The origin of the term capital is explained, and the link between Human Capital Theory and HRD is discussed. It is argued in the article that HRD scholars and practitioners should explore further the link between human capital, HRD and development at individual, organizational, community and international levels. 2004 Taylor and Francis Ltd.

published proceedings

  • Human Resource Development International

altmetric score

  • 3

author list (cited authors)

  • Nafukho, F. M., Hairston, N., & Brooks, K.

citation count

  • 187

complete list of authors

  • Nafukho, Fredrick Muyia||Hairston, Nancy||Brooks, Kit

publication date

  • January 2004