Introduction to Human Resource Management

"An Introduction to Human Resource Management" is ideal for those studying HRM for the first time. This straightforward and accessible text takes the reader through both practical and theoretical aspects of the subject and is designed to be used concurrently with semester based teaching. The range and nature of HR work is illustrated by a combination of real life case studies and examples of current research that are presented throughout the text to heighten awareness of key issues involved in HR today. 'A comprehensive and wide-ranging text which examines all major aspects of Human Resource Management in a down to earth and practical way whilst providing the necessary theoretical underpinning' - Richard Underwood, Senior Lecturer, Business School, Wolverhampton University. 'I found it a strong text and enjoyed reading it. It is clear, well written and includes the central issues required by such a text' - Dr. Louise Preget, Senior Lecturer, Bournemouth University Business School. This title includes key words (needed for web search engines and the like) of Human Resource Management, HRM, Personnel, Recruitment, Selection, employees, Performance management. It is clear, concise and comprehensive. It is Up-to-date with all relevant new legislation. It features new case studies. It includes teachers resource material.

ISBN 0750665343   Pages 504 ISBN13 9780750665346 (What's this?)   Volumes 1 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd   Weight (grammes) 884 Imprint Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd   Published in Oxford Format Paperback   Previous ISBN 9780750645805 Publication date 31 May 2005   Height (mm) 246 Library of Congress HF   Width (mm) 189 DEWEY 658.3   Spine width (mm) 29 DEWEY edition DC22   Academic level Tertiary education

Ch. 1		Introduction		1
Ch. 2		Human resource planning		43
Ch. 3		Equal opportunities and managing diversity		73
Ch. 4		Recruitment		116
Ch. 5		Selection		161
Ch. 6		Effective ways of working		204
Ch. 7		Relationships with employees		241
Ch. 8		Performance management		287
Ch. 9		Rewarding employees		330
Ch. 10		Learning and development - theory and practice		369
Ch. 11		Health, safety and welfare		405
Ch. 12		An international perspective		440

'A comprehensive and wide-ranging text which examines all major aspects of Human Resource Management in a down to earth and pratical way whilst providing the necessary theoretical underpinning.' Richard Underwood, Senior Lecturer, Business School, Wolverhampton University. 'I found it a strong text and enjoyed reading it!It is clear, well written and includes the central issues required by such a text.' Dr Louise Preget, Senior Lecturer, Bournemouth University Business School

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