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Human Resource Management provides a strong foundation of essential elements of the subject as well as a clear understanding of how HRM links with business strategy. Through practical applications, it illustrates the importance of employees on every level of an organization. This book helps students build the strong foundation and relevant skill set required in today's workplace. End-of-chapter Workshops are designed to foster analytic, diagnostic, team-building, investigative, presentation, communication, writing, and other essential HRM skills, while chapter summaries, reviews, and discussion questions help reinforce the content.

Contents:

Part 1 Understanding HRM

1 The Dynamic Environment of HRM

• Learning Outcomes
• Introduction
• Globalization
• Technology
• Ethical Issues in HRM: Invasion of Privacy?
• Legal Compliance
• Workforce Composition Trends
• Diversity Topics: Valuing a Diverse Workplace
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Labor Costs
• Diversity Topics: Glass Ceiling Still a Barrier for Women Globally
• Issues Contingent Workers Create for HRM
• Continuous Improvement Programs
• Employee Involvement
• Other HRM Challenges
• Ethical Issues in HRM: Guidelines for Acting Ethically
• Ethical Issues in HRM: Everyday Ethics

2 Functions and Strategy

• Learning Outcomes
• Introduction
• Evolution of Management
• Functions of Management
• The Role of HR in the Strategic Management Process
• Diversity Topics: Politics, Profits