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978-1285426792 Chapter 1 Lecture Note
CHAPTER 1 AN INVESTMENT PERSPECTIVE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT A. OVERVIEW This chapter introduces the concept of treating human resource management processes, practices and procedures from a strategic point of view. The skills and knowledge pos – sessed by individuals […]
978-1285426792 Chapter 10 Lecture Note Part 1
1CHAPTER 10 PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND FEEDBACK A. OVERVIEW This chapter briefly reviews various aspects of performance management and feedback. A model is provided that is useful in linking performance management systems with organizational strategic objectives and goals. It is important […]
978-1285426792 Chapter 10 Lecture Note Part 2
READINGS Reading 10.1 – Effective Leadership Behaviors: What We Know and What Questions Needs More Attention This reading focuses on attempting to make sense of the thousands of studies on leadership which have been conducted over the past half century. […]
978-1285426792 Chapter 11 Lecture Note
CHAPTER 11 COMPENSATION A. OVERVIEW This chapter provides insight into key compensation topics. Equity issues are examined from the individual, internal and external points of view. Basic coverage is provided of legal requirements of compensation, including Title VII of the […]
978-1285426792 Chapter 12 Lecture Note
CHAPTER 12 LABOR RELATIONS A. OVERVIEW This chapter outlines the current state of labor relations, especially from the union-management perspective. Union certification and decertification processes are discussed in detail. Globalization, new technology, and changes in the nature of work have […]
978-1285426792 Chapter 13 Lecture Note
CHAPTER 13 EMPLOYEE SEPARATION AND RETENTION MANAGEMENT A. OVERVIEW This chapter summarizes issues related to employee separation. Reductions in force are common during organizational restructuring, and must be managed properly within the scope of the Workers Readjustment and Training Act […]
978-1285426792 Chapter 14 Lecture Note
CHAPTER 14 GLOBAL HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT A. OVERVIEW This chapter outlines the intricacies and problems associated with international human resource management activities. Multiple stages of the expatriate experience must be successfully managed. This is especially true in the repatriation stage, […]
978-1285426792 Chapter 2 Lecture Note
CHAPTER 2 SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT A. OVERVIEW This chapter discusses the some of the challenges face by human resource management in responding to changes in society as well as issues related to ethics and social responsibility. Near-constant […]
978-1285426792 Chapter 3 Lecture Note
CHAPTER 3 STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT A. OVERVIEW This chapter provides an overview of the strategic management process, including specific influences on HR policies, practices and procedures. Two fundamental strategic models are presented, including the Industrial Organizational (I/O) Model with its external […]
978-1285426792 Chapter 4 Lecture Note
CHAPTER 4 THE EVOLVING/STRATEGIC ROLE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT A. OVERVIEW This chapter discusses the evolution of the role and activities of HR managers. Traditional views of HR roles are more restrictive and tend to rely on the HR function […]
978-1285426792 Chapter 5 Lecture Note
CHAPTER 5 STRATEGIC WORKFORCE PLANNING A. OVERVIEW This chapter provides an overview of the human resource planning process from the strategic perspective. The major objectives of HR planning include environmental analysis and staffing issues, as well as strategic coherence to […]
978-1285426792 Chapter 6 Lecture Note
CHAPTER 6 DESIGN AND REDESIGN OF WORK SYSTEMS A. OVERVIEW This chapter discusses the importance of proper design and redesign of work systems. Job duties and characteristics are taken into account when jobs are designed. Environmental and organizational change can […]
978-1285426792 Chapter 7 Lecture Note
CHAPTER 7 EMPLOYMENT LAW A. OVERVIEW This chapter provides an overview of U.S. employment law, particularly from the federal point of view. These laws are often complex and ambiguous, thus employers must be diligent in their efforts to protect individuals […]
978-1285426792 Chapter 8 Lecture Note
CHAPTER 8 STAFFING A. OVERVIEW Staffing is a key strategic HR activity which significantly impacts organizational profitability. Recruitment and selection issues are discussed, including interviewing, testing and references. The outsourcing of staffing functions can present both benefits and costs to […]
978-1285426792 Chapter 9 Lecture Note
CHAPTER 9 TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT A. OVERVIEW This chapter addresses the benefits and difficulties of employee training and development (T&D) programs. T&D are unavoidable strategic issues due to rapid shifts in technology that result in premature obsolescence; the trend of […]