Human capital
Human Capital
Human Capital (/ˈhjuːmən ˈkæpɪtəl/) is a term used in Economics and Human Resources to describe the collective skills, knowledge, or other intangible assets of individuals that can be used to create economic value for the individuals, their employers, or their community.
Etymology
The term "Human Capital" was first used in the 17th century by Sir William Petty, but it was not until the 20th century that the term was widely adopted by economists. The term is derived from the Latin capitalis, meaning "of the head", signifying something important or primary.
Related Terms
- Economic Value: The worth of a good or service as determined by the market.
- Intangible Asset: An asset that is not physical in nature, such as patents, trademarks, copyrights, business methodologies, goodwill and brand recognition.
- Human Resources: The people who make up the workforce of an organization, business sector, industry, or economy.
- Economics: The social science that studies the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Human capital
- Wikipedia's article - Human capital
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