About the book

Human Resource Management, 17e provides students in human resource management courses and practicing managers with a full and practical introduction to the latest human resource management concepts and techniques in a highly readable and understandable form. This book is a useful resource for readers as it delves into the fundamentals of HR practices and highlights the need for a strong foundation in HR/personnel management concepts and techniques for the effective execution of day-to-day management responsibilities. The Indian edition, enriched with examples and case studies of Indian companies, makes the discussion of topics an interesting read for the audience of this book in this subcontinent.

Content:

Part I: Introduction

1. Introduction to Human Resource Management
2. Employment Laws in India and the U.S.
3. Human Resource Policy, Strategy, and Performance

Part II: Recruitment, Placement, and Talent Management

4. Job analysis and the Talent Management Process
5. Personnel Planning and Recruiting
6. Employee Testing and Selection
7. Interviewing Candidates

Part III: Training and Development

8. Training and Developing Employees
9. Performance Management and Appraisal
10. Managing Careers and Retention

Part IV: Compensation

11. Establishing Strategic Pay Plans
12. Pay for Performance and Financial Incentives
13. Benefits and Services

Part V: Enrichment Topics in Human Resource Management

14. Building Positive Employee Relations
15. Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining
16. Safety, Health, and Risk Management
17. Managing Global Human Resources
18. Managing Human Resources in Small and Entrepreneurial Firms