#Social_Capital_Theory explains how people and organizations gain value from their #Networks, #Relationships, shared norms, and #Trust. Unlike theories that focus only on money, technology, or individual skills, social capital theory shows that social connections can become a real form of advantage. A student may get useful information from classmates, a business may grow through trusted partnerships, and a university may improve its reputation through strong academic and pro

The #Resource_Based_View, often called RBV, is one of the most important theories in #strategic_management. It explains why some organizations perform better than others even when they operate in the same industry, face similar market conditions, and serve similar customers. While many strategy theories focus on external forces such as competition, regulation, market growth, or industry structure, RBV looks inside the organization. It argues that #competitive_advantage comes