Resources

Curated journals, blogs, textbooks, and teaching materials for internal communication research and practice — sourced from the global ICRH network.

Recommended Journals

Management Communication Quarterly

A leading peer-reviewed journal publishing original research on communication processes in organizational settings, including leadership, teams, and strategic communication.

Journal of Public Relations Research

Premier scholarly journal advancing theory and research in public relations, covering relationship management, strategic communication, and organizational reputation.

Public Relations Review

Interdisciplinary journal publishing research on public relations theory, practice, and pedagogy with a global perspective on communication management.

Journal of Communication Management

Scholarly journal bridging academic research and professional practice in corporate communication, stakeholder engagement, and communication strategy.

International Journal of Business Communication

Research journal dedicated to advancing knowledge of communication in business contexts, including organizational, managerial, and corporate communication.

International Journal of Strategic Communication

Journal focused on the strategic use of communication by organizations, examining how communication contributes to organizational goals and stakeholder relationships.

Corporate Communications: An International Journal

International journal exploring all aspects of corporate communication including internal communication, corporate identity, reputation management, and CSR communication.

Journal of Applied Communication Research

Publishes original research applying communication theory to real-world contexts, including organizational communication, health communication, and community engagement.

Teaching Resources

Internal Communication and Employee Engagement Sample Course Syllabus

Comprehensive sample syllabus and course schedule for teaching internal communication and employee engagement at the university level.

Internal Communication Case Studies (IoIC)

Collection of real-world internal communication case studies from the Institute of Internal Communication, showcasing best practices and award-winning campaigns.

PRSA Silver Anvil Award Case Studies

Searchable database of award-winning public relations campaigns including employee communication and internal engagement case studies.

Textbooks

Excellence in Internal Communication Management

Foundational textbook by Men & Bowen (2017) presenting a comprehensive framework for achieving excellence in internal communication management within organizations.

Current Trends and Issues in Internal Communication

Edited volume by Men & Tkalac Verčič (2021) examining contemporary challenges and emerging trends in internal communication theory and practice.

Internal Communication and Employee Engagement: A Case Study Approach

Textbook by McCown, Men, Jiang & Shen (2023) using real-world case studies to teach internal communication strategy and employee engagement principles.

Successful Employee Communications

Practical guide by Dewhurst & FitzPatrick (2022) offering frameworks and tools for planning, delivering, and measuring effective employee communication programs.

Exploring Internal Communication: Towards Informed Employee Voice

Textbook by Ruck (2020) exploring the relationship between internal communication and employee voice, with frameworks for enabling meaningful dialogue in organizations.

Industry Links

The Institute for Public Relations' Organizational Communication Research Center

Research center providing evidence-based insights and resources on organizational communication, employee engagement, and internal communication measurement.

The Institute of Internal Communication (IoIC)

The UK's professional body for internal communication practitioners, offering professional development, research, awards, and a knowledge hub of best practices.

Your Thought Partner — LeaderCommunicator Blog

Blog by David Grossman offering practical insights on leadership communication, employee engagement, and building trust through transparent internal communication.

All Things IC Blog

Popular internal communication blog by Rachel Miller providing practical advice, templates, and thought leadership for IC professionals worldwide.

Redefining Communications

Blog exploring the evolving landscape of internal communication, focusing on digital workplace strategies, employee experience, and communication measurement.

IC Kollectif

Global community and resource hub for internal communication professionals, featuring research summaries, expert interviews, and curated IC content.

Arthur W. Page Society Knowledge Base

Knowledge repository from the Arthur W. Page Society featuring research, case studies, and thought leadership on corporate communication and internal communication.

Ragan.com Internal Communication

Leading media platform for communicators offering news, best practices, and professional development resources focused on internal and employee communications.

PRSA Employee Communication Section

Professional interest section of the Public Relations Society of America dedicated to advancing employee communication practice through networking and resources.

The Conference Board — Internal Communication

Research and insights from The Conference Board on internal communication trends, employee engagement strategies, and organizational effectiveness.

Harvard Business Review — Internal Communication

Curated collection of Harvard Business Review articles on internal communication, leadership communication, and organizational culture.

The Integral Blog

Blog from Team Integral exploring strategic internal communication, change communication, and building high-performing organizational cultures.

Intraskope

Blog by Aniisu K. Verghese covering internal communication strategy, employee engagement, and communication leadership with a global perspective.