Retrospective and prospective look on HRM research in China: implications for future study

Based on an extensive literature review of research conducted in the field of human resource management (HRM) in China since its economic reform, this paper highlights the background to the research; classifies the research papers in terms of their time frame, HRM functional focus, ownership types, and research methods; and examines issues and deficiencies in current research. The paper concludes with propositions and implications for future research on HRM in China.