Description
Contextualising HRM theory and practice can be extremely difficult for students with limited knowledge of the world of work and workplace realities. This unique textbook addresses this problem by providing a practical, case-study based approach to HRM.
Written by highly experienced authors, this text is closely structured around the changing role of the HR function and gives students exclusive access to the latest cutting-edge research and developments in HR. It covers a comprehensive range of topics including technological innovation, equality and diversity, work-life balance, coaching and international perspectives.
Key features of this wide-ranging and in-depth textbook include:
- Learning Outcomes and Key Learning Points in each chapter to summarise and highlight the issues raised
- At least two Case Studies per chapter to link theory and practice and illustrate how different HR practices are appropriate in different contexts.
- Exercises to encourage students to analyse and reflect on what they have learnt
- Further Exploration references directing students to relevant articles and websites, encouraging critical thinking
- High quality national and international survey data used in tandem and made accessible to students
Human Resource Management: A Case Study Approach is specifically designed for all undergraduate business students taking a HRM module and, for those who choose to specialise in HRM, it will guide you through your first year to graduation and beyond. Clear, accessible and easy to use and is also an ideal core reference for international students and postgraduates studying HRM for the first time.
Online resources
For tutors
- PowerPoint slides
- Lecture notes
For students
- Case studies
- Multiple choice questionsContents
Introduction
SECTION 1: HRM IN CONTEXT
The Context of HRM
People and Human Resources Strategies
HRM and Technological Innovation
Labour Law
Equality and Diversity
SECTION 2: EMPLOYEE RESOURCING
HR Planning
Recruitment
Selection
Flexibility and Work-life Balance
SECTION 3: MANAGING EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
Psychological Contract, Absence and Turnover
Performance Management and Appraisal
Reward Systems
Training and Development
Understanding Coaching
People-related Measure and High Performance
SECTION 4: HRM AND EMPLOYEE REPRESENTATION
Employment Relations
Health and Safety at Work
Employee Communication
SECTION 5: CONTEMPORARY AND CRITICAL ISSUES
Changing Roles in HRM
The Organisation of Work
International HRM
Instead of HRM: A Cross Cultural Perspective
Creating Corporate Capability
CSR and Sustainable HRM
SECTION 6: CONCLUSION
Potential Future Development in HRM.
Authors
Michael Muller-Camen
Michael is Professor of International HRM at Middlesex University Business School. He has taught at universities in Austria, Germany and the UK and his work appeared in outlets such as the British Journal of Management, Journal of Management Studies and Organisation Studies. His main research interests are the comparative study of human resource management, age management and sustainable human resource management.Richard Croucher
Richard is Professor of Comparative Employment Relations and Director of Research at MUBS. He has worked on research projects funded by the Department of Trade and Industry, the ESRC, the British Academy, the Low Pay Commission, the Leverhulme Trust and the Anglo-German Foundation for the Study of Industrial Society. His interests are in comparative issues in the management of labour and in minimum wage enforcement internationally.Susan Leigh
Susan is Programme Leader for the MA in Human Resource Management (NHS) at MUBS and teaches HRM to 2nd year UG students. She is the University's link person with the North London CIPD Branch and is currently Chair of the Branch. She is a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD and a member of the CIPD Quality Panel and Membership Upgrading Panel. Her research interests lie in psychological contracts, retention and absence management.Reviews
'This is a comprehensive, well-organised and clearly written introductory text on HRM. Not only does it communicate the latest research within the field, but it does so in tandem with a wealth of thought-provoking cases. In short, this is now the obvious text to choose for any undergraduate programme in HRM.'
Professor Paul Gooderham
Norwegian School of Economics and Business Administration (NNH)
'Clearly written and accessible, this text seeks to present the issues facing the practitioner. It is wide in scope and makes excellent use of cases and exercises.'
Paul Smith
Principal Lecturer in HRM and Head of Subject Group
School of Business, University of Hertfordshire.