Ph.D in Human Resource Management (HR), the viva questions will focus on your understanding of HR theories, contemporary issues, and the application of HR practices in organizations.
1. General / Introduction
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What led you to pursue a Ph.D. in Human Resource Management?
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Can you give an overview of your research topic?
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Why is this topic important in today’s HR landscape?
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What are the key objectives and research questions of your study?
2. Literature Review (HR Focus)
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Which HR theories or models guided your research? (e.g., Herzberg's, Maslow’s, Ulrich’s Model)
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What are the recent trends in HR research related to your topic?
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How does your literature review establish the research gap?
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Did you encounter any conflicting theories or findings in your review?
3. Research Methodology (HR Applications)
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What research design did you use (qualitative/quantitative/mixed), and why?
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How did you select your sample (e.g., employees, HR managers, industries)?
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Which HR metrics or performance indicators did you use?
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Did you use surveys, interviews, or case studies? Why?
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How did you address ethical concerns when researching human subjects?
4. Data Analysis & Tools
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What statistical or qualitative tools did you use (e.g., SPSS, AMOS, NVivo)?
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How did you validate your HR constructs (e.g., job satisfaction, engagement)?
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What techniques did you use for analyzing employee perceptions or behaviors?
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Can you explain how your findings support or challenge existing HR practices?
5. HR-Specific Discussion Questions
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What were your main findings regarding employee behavior or HR practices?
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How can your study help HR professionals improve performance or retention?
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Did you find differences in HR practices across industries/sectors?
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How does your research address real-world HR challenges (e.g., burnout, hybrid work)?
6. Implications & Recommendations
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What strategic HR recommendations emerge from your study?
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How can HR managers implement your suggestions practically?
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What are the implications of your findings for talent management or leadership development?
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Can your research influence HR policy formulation?
7. Limitations & Scope
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What were the limitations of your study in an HR context?
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How might cultural or organizational differences impact the applicability of your findings?
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How would you expand your research if given more time or resources?
8. Contribution to HR Knowledge
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What is the key theoretical contribution of your study to HRM?
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How is your research unique from other HR studies?
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Does your study open new areas for HR research?
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How have you bridged the gap between academic HR theory and organizational HR practice?
9. Questions from Your HR Thesis
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Why did you focus on a specific HR function (e.g., performance appraisal, training, or talent acquisition)?
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Can you explain this figure/table showing employee engagement trends?
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How did you define and measure constructs like employee satisfaction or retention?
10. Practical & Personal Reflection
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What HR consulting or practical applications does your research support?
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How has conducting this research changed your view on managing people?
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Do you see yourself working in academia, consulting, or HR practice in the future?
Tips for Preparation
Be ready with 2-minute summaries for:
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Your research title and objectives
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The gap in literature
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Your key findings and contributions.
With Regards.,
Dr Anthony Rahul Golden S
M.Com., M.Phil., NET., Ph.D., MBA.,SET., NET., M.A., M.Sc. (Psy)., M.A., PGDBA.,
Asst. Professor of Commerce., Loyola College (Autonomous), Chennai - 34
Mobile No- 91+9176313545
https://yesrahul.blogspot.com/
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-
https://www.researchgate.net/8071-4801 profile/Anthony-Golden-S
https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=faw7X- UAAAAJ
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