Human Resources Management Sarah Gilmore; Steve Williams

Part One. The nature of human resource management Part Two. The external and internal contexts of human resource management Part Three. The essence of human resource management Part Four. Challenges and controversies in human resource management Part Five. Human resource management in broader perspective

This book provides a concise, engaging, and accessible introduction to human resource management which is academically rigorous and appropriate for students taking courses in HRM, business studies and related areas. In addition to covering the core issues relating to human resource management, such as recruitment and selection, training and development, and reward, the book also includes material devoted to new and emerging issues, like talent management and the effective management of staff on international assignments. It features a wide range of pedagogic features designed to enhance your knowledge of human resource management issues, including boxed skills exercises and learning activities, section summaries, suggestions for further reading, assignment and discussion questions, and a guide to key concepts.