Human resource management theory and practice [printed text] / John Bratton, Author ; Jeff Gold, Author  . -  5th Edition . - Basingstoke : Palgrave Macmillan, 2012 . - xli, 630 p. : ill. (col) ; 25 cm.
ISBN : 978-0-230-58056-5
'If you only read one HRM book read this one: it's brimming with clearly explained concepts and contemporary examples and covers everything you need to engage with the debates, either as a student or a practitioner. If only all textbooks were this good!' - Keith Grint, University of Warwick, UK 'This is undoubtedly a very well established and highly regarded HRM text. The new edition brings a freshness and vitality to the study of HRM.' - Ciara Nolan, University of Ulster, UK

Class number:	658.3
Abstract:	This established text provides comprehensive coverage of HRM theory supported by high quality cases. This edition has been thoroughly updated to make it accessible and engaging for undergraduate and postgraduate students. New features include interviews with real-life HR gurus, a focus on the global implications of HR and ESL student support.
Contents note:	Part I: The Arena of Contemporary Human Resource Management 1. The Nature of Contemporary HRM; 2. Corporate Strategy and Strategic HRM; 3. Human Resource Management and Performance Part II: The Micro Context of Human Resource Management 4. Work and Work Systems; 5. Organizational Culture and HRM Part III: Employee Resourcing 6. Workforce Planning and Talent Management; 7. Recruiting and Selecting Employees Part IV: Employee Performance & Development 8. Performance Management and Appraisal; 9. Human Resource Development and Workplace Learning; 10. Leadership and Management Development Part V: The Employment Relationship 11. Reward Management; 12. Industrial Relations; 13. Employee Relations and Involvement; 14. Health and Safety Management Part VI: The Global Context of Human Resource Management 15. International Human Resource Management; 16. Recession, Sustainability, Trust: the Crisis of HRM