2020 年 34 巻 1 号 p. 43-58
The purpose of this study is to examine the process of promoting male parental leave in enterprises. Semi-structured interviews were conducted for 12 private enterprise promoting male parental leave. The verbal protocols for each participant were analyzed by Modified Grounded Theory Approach (M-GTA). As a result, 59 concepts in 26 categories were created based on the data. The results are summarized as follows: (1)Enterprises that promote male parental leave position work-life balance as a management strategy. (2)Specific measures to promote male parental leave include formulating promotion rules and cultivating culture. (3)As a result of promoting male parental leave, results such as realization of work-life balance and strengthening organizational structure can be obtained.