Nepotism

Nepotism is favoritism shown to relatives and friends. A practice where people of influence appoint their relatives or friends to positions in a business, even though they may be less qualified than other candidates.

Definition

According to the HRBoK Guide,

Nepotism. Favoritism shown to relatives and friends. A practice where people of influence appoint their relatives or friends to positions in a business, even though they may be less qualified than other candidates.