A Quantitative Exploration of Social Networks: Verifying the Legitimacy and Equitability of Social Networks in Recruiting
Date of Award
5-24-2010
Document Type
Undergraduate Capstone Project
Degree Name
Master of Professional Studies
Organizational Unit
University College, Strategic Human Resources
Disciplines
Human Resource Administration
First Advisor
Sam Conn
Keywords
Facebook, LinkedIn, MySpace, Recruiting, Social Networks, Twitter
Abstract
In this digital age organizations must focus on connecting with candidates and aspire for innovation in recruiting practices to remain competitive. This author investigated social networking to determine whether or not it provides reliable candidate information when recruiting for hire. Online media such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and MySpace, have become an integrated part of social and professional lives. Analysis of social networking revealed use for recruiting but posed challenges and advantages for organizations. A quantitative cross-sectional survey of social network members (N=136) indicated discrepancy in generational use of social networks and concerns regarding the validity and reliability of candidate information. Social networking promotes innovation in recruiting, however, by itself might not endorse equitability, validity and reliability.
Publication Statement
Copyright is held by the author. Permanently suppressed.
Recommended Citation
Lyubenko, Melissa, "A Quantitative Exploration of Social Networks: Verifying the Legitimacy and Equitability of Social Networks in Recruiting" (2010). University College: Strategic Human Resources Capstones. 15.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/ucol_hra/15