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Human Resource Management
Functions, Applications, and Skill Development
Fifth Edition
- Robert N. Lussier - Springfield College, USA
- John R. Hendon - Texas State University
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Business & Management (General) | Human Resource Development | Human Resource Management
Business & Management (General) | Human Resource Development | Human Resource Management
July 2025 | 712 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
Whether your students are HRM or general management majors, Human Resource Management: Functions, Applications, and Skill Development will help them develop the skills they need to recruit, select, train, and develop talent. A wide variety of applications and experiential exercises keep students engaged and help them see the relevance of HR as they learn competencies they can apply in their personal and professional lives. In the updated Fifth Edition, bestselling authors Robert N. Lussier and John R. Hendon explore the important strategic function HR plays in today's organization.
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This text is offered in Sage Vantage, an intuitive learning platform that integrates quality Sage textbook content with assignable multimedia activities and auto-graded assessments to drive student engagement and ensure accountability. Unparalleled in its ease of use and built for dynamic teaching and learning, Vantage offers customizable LMS integration and best-in-class support.
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Preface
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Part I: The Human Resource Management Environment
Chapter 1: Today’s Human Resource Management
Chapter 2: Strategic and Inclusive Human Resource Management
Chapter 3: The Legal Environment
Part II: Talent Planning and Acquisition
Chapter 4: Workforce Planning: Job Analysis, Job Design, and Employment Forecasting
Chapter 5: Recruiting Talent
Chapter 6: Selecting New Employees
Part III: Developing and Managing
Chapter 7: Learning and Training
Chapter 8: Career Planning and Skill Development
Chapter 9: Performance Management and Appraisal
Chapter 10: Employee Rights and Labor Relations
Part IV: Compensating
Chapter 11: Compensation Management
Chapter 12: Employee Incentives and Benefits
Part V: Protecting and Expanding Organizational Reach
Chapter 13: Workplace Safety, Health, and Security
Chapter 14: Ethics, Social Responsibility, and Sustainability
Chapter 15: Global Issues for Human Resource Managers
I have reviewed other texts and this text has all of the self-paced learning and insight that I apply in my lectures, so we have a nice fit. The content is exceptional, and it matches my style of teaching whereby I can apply the theoretical and practical aspects of HR from both the academic and real-world perspectives.
University of Central Florida
This is an excellent book that covers all aspects of HRM for students. In addition, it follows the SHRM guidelines for HR practitioners.
Florida Atlantic University
Companies today have elevated expectations for Human Resources professionals to demonstrate their value in a quantitative manner. This Human Resources Management book stands out by offering a scientific perspective by equipping professionals with the necessary tools and frameworks to effectively serve as partners and advisors to company executives.
Houston Community College
Sample Materials & Chapters
Ch1_Today's Human Resource Management_Ch2_Strategic and Inclusive Human Resource
