Human resource management : theory and practice

In the 1990s, Human Resource Management has become one of the most dynamic and challenging areas of European Business. In today's demanding business climate, managers are having to utilize their human resources more effectively to gain competitive advantage. This book provides students with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the latest relevant theories, practices and functional activities of Human Resource Management. Using up-to-date research findings, literature and case studies from around the world it bridges the gap so often found between theory and practice. In its student friendly format, it is the ideal tool for students wishing to develop a broad understanding of the subject. Front Matter....Pages i-xvi Front Matter....Pages 1-1 Human Resource Management in Transition....Pages 3-35 Global Capitalism and Competitive Advantage....Pages 36-56 Restructuring Work: Fordism and Post-Fordism....Pages 57-83 Employee Health and Safety....Pages 84-118 Front Matter....Pages 119-119 Human Resource Planning....Pages 121-143 Recruitment and Selection....Pages 144-165 Front Matter....Pages 167-167 Performance Appraisal....Pages 169-189 Rewards Management....Pages 190-224 Human Resource Development....Pages 225-246 Front Matter....Pages 247-247 Communications and Employee Participation....Pages 249-281 Industrial Relations....Pages 282-313 Back to the Future....Pages 314-324 Back Matter....Pages 325-342 Second revised edition of an introduction to Human Resource Management and its strategic aspects, including the European Union, the learning organization, the impact of gender and technology, health and safety. It contains global examples and case studies and is aimed at degree course level as well as MBA, DMS and IPD module level.