Title: Boosting work performance: the strategic impact of socially responsible human resource management on prestige and engagement

Authors: Tran Hoang Tuan; Tran Hoang Phuc; Le Tran Phuong Vi; Le Cat Vi; Nguyen Hong Uyen; Sinh Duc Hoang

Addresses: School of Business, International University, Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; Human Resources Management Faculty, University of Labour and Social Affairs (CSII), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam ' School of Business, International University, Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam ' School of Management, University of Economics, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam ' Faculty of Business Administration, University of Economics and Law, Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam ' Faculty of Business Administration, University of Economics and Law, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam ' School of Business, International University, Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Abstract: Using social identity theory, we explore how socially responsible human resources management (SRHRM) enhances employee engagement, performance, and perceived external reputation, focusing on Vietnam, an emerging market. Using a time-lagged survey of 443 employees, the findings show that SRHRM improves employee engagement and performance through external reputation while also demonstrating the moderating effect of leadership vision on these relationships. The study highlights the importance of leadership vision and SRHRM in building a strong organisational identity, boosting employee morale, and enhancing external reputation. The practical implications suggest that organisations can leverage SRHRM and leadership vision to create a more sustainable competitive advantage.

Keywords: SRHRM; corporate social responsibility; sustainability; strategic human resources management; perceived external prestige; PEP; work performance; work engagement; leader vision; social identity theory.

DOI: 10.1504/JIBED.2025.149779

Journal for International Business and Entrepreneurship Development, 2025 Vol.17 No.3, pp.408 - 430

Received: 30 Apr 2025
Accepted: 26 Aug 2025
Published online: 12 Nov 2025 *

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