Human Resource Management at Work: The Definitive Guide

A comprehensive guide to the theory and practice of HRM, aligned to the CIPD Level 7 qualification and relevant on non-CIPD accredited HR masters courses. Divided into four key parts, covering HRM strategy, the role of HR professionals, key areas of HR, and the impact of HRM on business performance. Fully updated with new coverage of diversity and inclusion, workplace analytics, ethics, wellbeing, and precarious work.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 568 pages
Publication date: 03 November 2020
Publisher: Kogan Page Ltd

A comprehensive guide to the theory and practice of human resource management (HRM), Human Resource Management at Work is a renowned textbook in its field. Aligned with the CIPD Level 7 qualification, it is also relevant for non-CIPD accredited HR master's courses. Covering all the essential topics, this book equips students with the knowledge and skills they need to excel in their academic studies and transition into practitioner roles successfully.

The book is divided into four key parts:

Part 1: HRM Strategy and the Global Context explores the strategic aspects of HRM, including the forces shaping HRM at work and international and comparative HRM.

Part 2: The Role of HR Professionals and Line Managers delves into the responsibilities of HR professionals and line managers in the workplace, highlighting the evolving nature of their roles in a changing world of work.

Part 3: Key Areas of HR covers a range of critical areas, such as resourcing and talent management, learning and development (L&D), reward and employment relations.

Part 4: The Impact of HRM on Business Performance examines the role of HRM in enhancing business performance and outlines the key knowledge and skills required for conducting a business research project.

This seventh edition of the book has been thoroughly updated to reflect the latest developments in the field. It includes new coverage of diversity and inclusion (D&I), workplace analytics, ethics, wellbeing, and precarious work. Additionally, it provides expanded coverage of the alignment of HRM with organizational strategy and the integration of different components of HRM.

To enhance learning, the book includes global case studies, reflective practice activities, exercises, and discussion boxes. Online supporting resources, such as an instructor's manual and lecture slides, are also available to instructors.

Human Resource Management at Work is an invaluable resource for students, HR professionals, and anyone interested in understanding and advancing the field of HRM.

Weight: 1134g
Dimension: 190 x 245 x 41 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789664867
Edition number: 7 Revised edition