Carol Flinchbaugh

Carol Flinchbaugh is a Professor and Department Head in the Department of Management at the College of Business, New Mexico State University (NMSU). Her expertise spans strategic human resource management, workplace stress, and multigenerational workforce dynamics. She advises the NMSU student SHRM Chapter and holds a Ph.D. in Management from the University of Kansas, complemented by an MBA from Indiana University and M.Ed. in Counseling from Lynchburg College.

Dr. Flinchbaugh’s research focuses on employee responses to workplace demands, non-profit HR systems, and generational differences. Notable studies include investigations into stress management interventions, team dynamics, and the impact of electronic monitoring. Her work bridges organizational behavior and practical HR strategies, emphasizing psychological well-being and effective workforce practices.

Her publications span journals like Journal of Management, Human Resources Management Journal, and Journal of Management Education, addressing topics from volunteer resource management in hospitals to the role of passion in work satisfaction. She teaches courses such as Organizational Behavior, Contemporary Issues in HRM, and Doctoral Seminars in HR Management.

Her advising and teaching emphasize fostering leadership and fairness in workplace relationships. Dr. Flinchbaugh’s research and pedagogical contributions reflect a commitment to advancing HR practices and employee well-being in diverse organizational contexts.