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The Handbook of Human Resource Management Education, the first handbook written on HRM education in the United States, clears up the confusion about the nature, content, and source of human resource management expertise. Stressing the importance of effective educational requirements to prepare students to work as professionals in the HRM function of organizations, this Handbook takes a giant leap forward in advancing the reputation and esteem of the HRM field.

Taking a three-tiered approach, the chapters in this Handbook are written by top HRM educators and include thought-provoking pieces, empirical research results, and suggested teaching methods. A review of the Handbook’s key topics will provide insight into understanding the complex, and sometimes misunderstood, discipline of HRM:

· Evolution of HRM and HRM education

· HR Master’s programs in industrial relations and industrial/organizational psychology

· HR education in business schools

· New emphasis on international HRM education

· Neglected topics in HRM education

· Views of executives and labor leaders about the need for and content of formal HRM education

· HR success constraints

· HR success factors

· The future of HRM education

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HRM educators and professionals, graduate students, business executives, and anyone interested in effective and efficient management of human resources or in advancing the HRM field will find the Handbook of Human Resource Management Education an invaluable reference tool.

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For undergraduate courses in Human Relations, Applied Psychology, Human Relations in the Workplace, and Career Development; also appropriate for a course in Interpersonal Skills Training. Nationally renowned author, Andrew DuBrin brings his years of research and experience to this motivating and conversational text by helping students achieve better interpersonal relationships in both their personal life and on the job.Essential knowlege about human relations through coverage of these major issues; Understanding and Managing Yourself; Dealing Effectively With People; Developing Career Thrust; and Managing Your Personal Life, makes this text is appropriate for courses where students need to achieve an understanding of interpersonal skills, job search techniques, and even personal finance to make them successful after graduation or enhance potential for those who are already working. ... Read more

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This Unique Book About Human Resource (HR) Management Is Written Health Care Department Managers Who Must Relate To And Work With Their HR Departments And Must Manage Their Personnel. An Expert With 18 Years Of Experience In Human Resources Management, Author Charles M. Mcconnell Describes What The Function Of The HR Department Can Do For You, And Shows How To Get The Most Value Out Of An Organization's HR Department. For Each Topic Addressed, The Book Provides: Background; The HR Department's Responsibilities; Where And How HR Interfaces With The Line Management; The HR Responsibilities Of The Manager; And How The Manager Can Get The Best From The HR Function. ... Read more

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This upper-level text examines the techniques and practices used by managers, and provides an overview of basic concepts.

Each chapter follows a four-part approach for examining a major facet of public personnel administration: presentation of literature, discussion of concepts, description of personnel practices, and experiential exercises.

• The experiential exercises at the end of every chapter give students the opportunity to practice professional skills.
• Case studies ask students to apply the concepts and skills from several chapters to a realistic managerial problem or situation.
• Readings from professional books and journals expose students to important writings that have influenced the practice of management in public service.

Customer Reviews (3)

Got more than expected
The book is in an excellent condition, didn't expected that. Awesome service and delivery earlier than expected. Definately recommendable....

Better than expected
The item was in excellent condition and arrived before expected.The transaction exceeded expectations.

Quality not what I expected.
The book that I ordered was said to be in "very good condition", but the one I received appeared to have beened mauled by a dog.The book was exactly what I needed, but I'm a little concerned about the truth in advertising as far as the condition was concerned. ... Read more

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This one-of-a-kind introduction to the human resources arena is ideal for anyone establishing or considering a career in HR. The step-by-step content in this how-to book is tied to the nationally recognized HR certification sponsored by the Human Resources Certification Institution (HRCI). Its practical, in-depth approach to building an HR department teaches you how to build a staffing plan, a compensation plan, a safe work environment, an employee relations program, a communication plan, training and development programs, and a performance management plan. Consider this a perfect first step before tackling Sybex's PHR-SPHR Certification Study Guide. ... Read more

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Really Helpful Book
I ordered this book to get a basic understanding of HR and it hit the nail on the head! I am very pleased with this easy and informative read :) ... Read more

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Research isn't just for academics. Human resource professionals who incorporate it into their organizations see results. This guide demystifies the research process so HRD professionals can use it in their practices. Real-world examples show how research and theory can help solve everyday problems. 10 charts. ... Read more

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Insightful!
If you work in human resources, the manual put together by editors Richard A. Swanson and Elwood F. Holton III will probably find its way onto a shelf close by your desk, where it can be easily reached as a reference tool. The chapters of this book, which were written by different authors but have been organized into a logical whole, help span the gap between theory and practice in the human resources field. You'll likely find yourself reaching for this dense, informative book every time your start planning a survey, training program or research project. If you're not in HR, this book is more likely to find its way into cardboard box on a dusty shelf at the back of a dark closet. The content, although quite innovative and detailed, is simply too specialized for a general readership. Therefore, werecommend this book to human resource professionals at all levels, and strongly encourage students of the discipline to study these pages before setting out in the real world of business.

BOOK CLUB SELECTION
In response to the research and practice focus of the book-- the "Human Resource Development Research Handbook" was honored by The Executive Program as one of their book club selections.

A very practical guide to carrying out research!
This text sets itself apart by outlining the first, basic steps in conducting research for those who are frightened or ill-equipped to conduct the structured research that is so clearly needed by the OD and HRD field. Structured research's outcome, the editors argue, "is new knowledge,obtained through an orderly, investigative process" (Swanson, p. 10).Theprocess they ascribe to includes a theory-research-development-practicecycle, which the authors describe as a vital cycle that allows ideas to beprogressively refined as they evolve from concepts to practices and frompractices to concepts.The book details steps in conducting bothqualitative and quantitative research.It is a practical, hands-onreference manual created by those who are well-experienced.A must for anygraduate student! ... Read more

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The HR Answer Book addresses 200 questions that every employer needs to deal with, from recruiting and hiring to discipline and termination, compensation and benefits to training and employee relations. Accessible and concise, this on-the-job companion offers expert guidance on all types of "people" issues, enabling managers and human resources professionals to:

* Save time, money, and trouble* Increase employee productivity, satisfaction, and retention* Attract and hire the best candidates while avoiding the inferior ones** Handle tough issues like sexual harassment, Internet and e-mail usage, performance problems, and more -- fairly, sensitively, and legally.

The HR Answer Book is an easy-to-use problem solver that can be read cover-to-cover or as a quick reference in specific situations. An appendix of tools, templates, and lists of additional resources completes this excellent and valuable guide. ... Read more

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Not for anyone with common sense
What a waste of an hour I spent, looking for something useful in this book. I'm a small business owner, so I am already familiar with many of the HR issues that pop up on a typical day. I hoped this book with delve into some of the deeper matters, for instance, legally, about HR. It did not.

It is full of common sense stuff that is almost ridiculous. For example, about conducting an employee investigation: "Don't physically restrain your employees or tell them that they cannot leave if they don't answer your questions."
And the book tells you, in regards to installing a camera system "do not place cameras in break areas, bathrooms , and employee changing rooms". It's insultingly simple advice.

To boot, the Kindle version contains a few sentences that are completely cut-off in mid-sentence and other grammatical errors.

If you are a savvy business person, I highly doubt you'll find this book useful. Look elsewhere.

I really can't imagine why anyone would rate this book above one-star.

Good for manager, needs more depth to be useful for HR professionals
This in excellent primer on all things HR for HR professionals as well as managers. The 10 chapters covers all the major areas of HR including selection; policies; performance management; training & development; employees relations; as well as compensation and benefits.

The chapters are Witten in a Q & A format: common questions relating to the chapter's topic are answered in a fairly straight-forward manner and with enough details. Most concepts are explained succinctly and clearly without boring the reader. I especially liked the fact that the questions deal with both conceptual and practical elements of each topic. For example, in the chapter on HR policies, one of the questions is "should our company have an employee handbook?" and the answer explains both the legal and practical need for the handbook. Another question focuses on the "stylistic considerations in writing the manual."

The only complaint I had with the book is in the depth of the material covered. In targeting both HR professionals and managers, the authors may have had, by necessity, to "tune-down" some of the content and therefore, as an HR professional this was a little too basic for me to be as useful as it could've been.

The HR Answer Book
I found this book very helpful for a new person to the field of HR, obviously its not meant as an "authority" but it does provide helpful insight on what to do. It's a SUPER easy read and it was very, very practical. The best way I can describe it is that it's like one of those "for dummy's" books; you have a question-the book answers it.

Again, very helpful, great advice, a must have for anyone new to the field.

Great resource!
I am the sole HR person at my company.So, using this book has been very helpful and easy to use.I hope this book gets updated in a timely manner for future HR professionals/managers to use.

Keep Within Easy Reach
As a corporate HR director for a fortune 500 company, I am supposed to have all the answers when the phone rings or someone walks in the door.I don't have all the answers and never will and that is why I keep reference books such as the HR Answer Book within easy reach.

I can recommend this book to anyone in HR at any level. It's topic matter ranges from the very simple to more complex issues.I hope the revised version will contain a large section on labor relations as this is an area that many in HR struggle with.Michael L. Gooch, SPHR Author ofWingtips with Spurs
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The definitive introduction to the field of human resource development-fully updated and revised for a new generation of teachers, students, and practitioners.

In this fully revised and updated edition of Principles of Human Resource Development, the authors present a rigorous and comprehensive overview of the theory and practice of HRD. They provide the building blocks of human resource development and illustrate the relationships among all the components that constitute the field. Showcasing the various roles and practices of HRD-including organizational learning, instructional design, program planning and evaluation, and internal consulting-they identify concrete ways to improve the HRD practice in order to raise its visibility and enhance its credibility within the organization. An all-in-one resource, this book will be indispensable for educators, students, and human resource professionals alike. ... Read more

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The book I ordered was in new condition however, it was a soft cover instead of the hardcover book which I ordered.
I was a bit disappointed due to the fact I ordered a hardcover book, the invoice stated my choice and still, I received a soft back book. My preference is always hard cover books. Please be sure to give the customer what they order.

Principles of Human Resources Development
The book itself is incredibly boring, but I needed it for my class.There is more highlighting in the book than I was anticipating.Overall, a satisfactory purchase.

Very useful information.
A very good guide to the discipline of Human Resource Development. ... Read more

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Original research reveals restructuring efforts of major companies—why, how, and results achieved.

Find out how 26 leading companies have restructured their HR departments.
Essential new research...
Detailed analysis...
Only in this SPECIAL REPORT
• Documents the latest in HR reorganization

Restructuring the Human Resources Department is the most important, most detailed, most current analysis of the restructuring efforts undertaken in the human resources departments at 26 leading companies—Hewlett-Packard, Goodyear Tire & Rubber, Eastman Kodak, Raychem, and 22 others.

• Based on original research by Saratoga Institute

The report is based on an extensive survey conducted by the prestigious Saratoga Institute in the fall of 1996. The 26 companies included in the study are those that are currently involved in the restructuring process, drawn from a starting pool of 600.

• Reveals objectives, methods, results achieved

In a comprehensive, in-depth, easy-to-read fashion, Restructuring the Human Resources Department explains not only WHY these traditional HR departments are reorganizing themselves into business-driven functions, but also HOW they are doing it. And it details WHAT RESULTS have been achieved from aligning the HR function with the business needs of the organization.

• Explores the forces driving HR restructuring

Competition, cost control, customer demands, and the chaos of change are pushing HR professionals to reevaluate the role and contributions of their departments. The goal of these efforts is to add "measurable value"—to provide the skills and services needed for the company to succeed and grow...while keeping an eye on the bottom line. ... Read more

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Updating the book since its last publication in 1985, this newedition of the landmark work on human resource accounting has beensubstantially revised to reflect the current state of the fieldthrough the late 1990s. The economies of many nations are increasinglydominated by knowledge- or information-based sectors driven by highlytrained and specialized personnel. Whereas physical capital was of theutmost economic importance in the past, the distinctive feature of theemerging post-industrial economies is an increasing reliance on humanand intellectual capital. The growing importance of human capital as adeterminant of economic success at both the macroeconomic andmicroeconomic levels dictates that firms need to adjust to this neweconomic reality. Specifically, if human capital is a key determinantfor organizational success, then investment in the training anddevelopment of employees to improve performance is a criticalcomponent of this success. This broad socioeconomic shift underscores a growing need formeasuring and analyzing human capital when making managerial andfinancial decisions. Yet important human resource decisions involvinghiring, training, compensation, productivity and other matters areoften made in the absence of specific information about the differentcosts and benefits of these particular choices. Human resourceaccounting is a managerial tool that can be used to gain this valuableinformation by measuring the costs of recruiting, hiring, compensatingand training employees. It can be used to evaluate employee trainingprograms, increase productivity, and improve managerialdecision-making regarding promotions, transfers, layoffs, replacementand turnover. Case studies illustrate, for example:+ How an insurance company evaluated a training program for claimsadjusters and found that it would return two dollars for every onedollar spent.+ How a human resources accounting study revealedthat an electronics firm's losses from employee turnover equalled oneyear's new income, and how the company initiated a program to reduceturnovers. The third edition presents the current state of the art of humanresource accounting by (1) examining the concepts and methods ofaccounting for people as human resources; (2) explaining the presentand potential uses of human resource accounting for human resourcemanagers, line managers and investors; (3) describing the research,experiments and applications of human resource accounting inorganizations; (4) considering the steps involved in developing ahuman resource accounting system; and (5) discussing some of theremaining aspects of human resource accounting that require furtherresearch. ... Read more

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Human Relations for Career and Personal Success: Concepts, Applications, and Skills, Ninth Edition, shows how you can become more effective in your work and personal life through developing your human relations skills. Emphasizing different aspects of human relations, the text covers such topics as career advancement, developing good work habits, and managing stress and personal problems. Though designed to fit human relations courses taught in colleges, career schools, and vocational-technical schools, the text is also ideal for managerial, professional, and technical workers who want to improve their workplace and personal relationships as they forge ahead in their careers.

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Human Relations adn Career and Personal Success
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Human Relations Book Order
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Now in its eighth edition, Human Resource Management in the Hospitality Industry: an introductory guide, is fully updated with new legal information, data, statistics and examples, and includes brand new material on multi unit operations and management.

Taking a 'process' approach, it guides the reader through every stage from HR planning through recruitment to termination/separation, covering the following issues:

. Selection, appointment and induction
. Training and management development
. Labour turnover
. Employee relations and employment law
. Managing people and customer care
. Business Ethics

Written in a user friendly style, each chapter includes international examples, bulleted lists, guides to further reading and exercises to test knowledge.

* Practical introduction to human resource management, ideal for new students and managers in the hospitality industry
* 8th edition with updated data and new material on multi-unit operations and management
* Increased international focus with up to date case studies and examples ... Read more