2026 Erik-Hans Klijn: Political Science Researcher – H-Index, Publications & Awards

Discipline name	D-Index	World Ranking	Current World Ranking	National Ranking	Current National Ranking	Publications	Citations
Political Science	58	126	109	5	5	223	25418
Business and Management	60	526	491	15	14	212	26100

Research.com Recognitions

2026 - Research.com Political Science in Netherlands Leader Award
2025 - Research.com Political Science in Netherlands Leader Award
2023 - Research.com Political Science in Netherlands Leader Award
2022 - Research.com Law and Political Science in Netherlands Leader Award

Overview

Erik-Hans Klijn is affiliated with Erasmus University Rotterdam in the Netherlands. Their research primarily spans the fields of Business, Management and Accounting as well as Social Sciences, with a focus on various subfields including Strategy and Management, Sociology and Political Science, Public Administration, Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management, and Management Science and Operations Research.

The scientific work of Erik-Hans Klijn covers multiple topics related to public governance and management. Key topics in their research include:

Public-Private Partnership Projects
Public Policy and Administration Research
Public Procurement and Policy
Construction Project Management and Performance
E-Government and Public Services
Customer Service Quality and Loyalty
Innovative Approaches in Technology and Social Development

They have contributed to research published in various academic journals, with frequent venues including:

Public Management Review
Public Administration Review
Public Money & Management
Public Performance & Management Review
Public Administration

Recent papers authored or co-authored by Erik-Hans Klijn include:

"Debate: Strategic planning after the governance revolution" (2020, Public Money & Management)
"Leading frontline enforcers: how supervisors' leadership style impacts inspectors' enforcement style" (2020, Public Management Review)

Frequent co-authors in their work are:

Rianne Warsen
Jasper Eshuis
Koen Verhoest
Joop Koppenjan
Samantha Metselaar

Erik-Hans Klijn's research contributions consistently engage with themes of governance, public management, and the dynamics between public and private sectors, emphasizing strategic decision-making, leadership, and public service quality.

Best Publications

Managing Complex Networks : Strategies for the Public Sector

Walter J. M. Kickert;Erik-Hans Klijn;Joop F. M. Koppenjan

3688
Citations
Managing Uncertainties in Networks a Network Approach to Problem Solving and Decision Making

Johannes Franciscus Maria Koppenjan;Erik-Hans Klijn

2357
Citations
Managing Uncertainties in Networks: Public Private Controversies

Joop Koppenjan;Erik-Hans Klijn

1611
Citations
Public management and policy networks: foundations of a network approach to governance

Erik-Hans Klijn;Joop F. M. Koppenjan

943
Citations
Governance networks in the public sector

Erik-Hans Klijn;Joop F. M. Koppenjan

840
Citations
Democracy and governance networks: compatible or not?

Erik-Hans Klijn;Chris Skelcher

801
Citations
Institutional and Strategic Barriers to Public—Private Partnership: An Analysis of Dutch Cases

Erik-Hans Klijn;Geert R. Teisman

767
Citations
Dealing with Wicked Problems in Networks: Analyzing an Environmental Debate from a Network Perspective

Ellen M. van Bueren;Erik‐Hans Klijn;Joop F. M. Koppenjan

708
Citations
THE IMPACT OF NETWORK MANAGEMENT ON OUTCOMES IN GOVERNANCE NETWORKS

Erik-Hans Klijn;Bram Steijn;Jurian Edelenbos

707
Citations
Policy Networks: An Overview

E.-H. Klijn

687
Citations
Managing Stakeholder Involvement in Decision Making: A Comparative Analysis of Six Interactive Processes in the Netherlands

Jurian Edelenbos;Erik-Hans Klijn

636
Citations
Partnership Arrangements: Governmental Rhetoric or Governance Scheme?

Geert R. Teisman;Erik-Hans Klijn

611
Citations
TRUST IN COMPLEX DECISION-MAKING NETWORKS A theoretical and empirical exploration

Jurian Edelenbos;Erik-Hans Klijn

571
Citations
Governance network theory: Past, present and future

Erik-Hans Klijn;Joop Koppenjan

567
Citations
Trust in Governance Networks: Its Impacts on Outcomes

Erik-Hans Klijn;Jurian Edelenbos;Bram Steijn

561
Citations
Analyzing and Managing Policy Processes in Complex Networks A Theoretical Examination of the Concept Policy Network and Its Problems

Erik hans Klijn

552
Citations
MANAGING NETWORKS IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR: A THEORETICAL STUDY OF MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES IN POLICY NETWORKS

Erik-Hans Klijn;Joop Koppenjan;Katrien Termeer

542
Citations
Governance and Governance Networks in Europe

Erik-Hans Klijn

517
Citations
Introduction: A Management Perspective on Policy Networks

W.J.M. Kickert;E.-H. Klijn;J.F.M. Koppenjan

350
Citations
Complexity Theory and Public Administration: What's New?

Erik-Hans Klijn

268
Citations

Frequent Co-Authors

Joop Koppenjan Erasmus University Rotterdam

Jurian Edelenbos Erasmus University Rotterdam

Chris Skelcher University of Birmingham

Jenny M. Lewis University of Melbourne

Bram Steijn Erasmus University Rotterdam

Karien Stronks University of Amsterdam

Walter J.M. Kickert Erasmus University Rotterdam

Carsten Greve Copenhagen Business School

Eva Sørensen Roskilde University

Catrien J.A.M. Termeer Wageningen University & Research

External Links

Personal website of Erik-Hans Klijn Google Scholar page

If you think any of the details on this page are incorrect, let us know.

Related Online Degrees & Career Pathways

Studying Political Science in the USA unlocks diverse academic and career options, many available through flexible online programs. For students seeking quick results, there are quickest masters degree online programs that allow you to earn an advanced credential in less time. These options are ideal if you’re aiming to upgrade your qualifications or explore new career directions efficiently.

Affordability is another key factor. Many institutions now offer the cheapest online degrees, helping you minimize student debt while gaining quality education. If immediate job opportunities are your focus, consider exploring easy certifications that pay well. These programs can often be completed quickly and may boost your employability in related fields.

Political Science also intersects with other careers, such as environmental policy and advocacy. If your interests span beyond politics, discover jobs for environmental science majors and see how your skills can apply across multiple domains. With so many flexible online pathways available, you can align your education with your career ambitions.