Publisher's Synopsis
Based on research which closely analyzes recent changes and developments in the management of human resources, this book draws on over 300 in-depth interviews with managers at all levels, including many active "line" managers, which gives the survey a strong practical approach, rather than the conventional "personnel" picture.;The book also: provides a proper analysis of the part played by line and general manager in human resource management; uses real named cases throughout from both the private and public sectors; and considers corporate culture and strategy, and focuses on their impact in industrial relations and human resource management.
