We have great pleasure in presenting First edition “Introduction to Human Resource Management” written for students of UG courses. The related matters are written in a simple and easily understandable.
This volume is an attempt to provide the students with thorough understanding of Introduction to Human Resource Management. We have presented the subject matter in a systematic manner with liberal use of charts and diagrams where ever necessary so as to make it interesting and sustain students’ interest.
Contents –
Module – 1 Introduction to Human Resource Management (HRM)
1.Human Resource Management
Definition of HRM
Scope of HRM
Objectives of HRM
Functions of HRM
2.Evolution of HRM
Structure of Human Resource
Strategies of HRM
Context of HRM Practices
Environmental Influences
3.Human Resource Manager
Role of Human Resource Manager
Qualities of a Good Human Resource Manager
Challenges Faced by Human Resource Manager
4.Influence of Rational
Social Approaches on Functions
Policies of HRM
Types of Approaches of HRM
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Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Review Questions
Module – 2 Human Resource Planning
1.Human Resource Planning (HRP)
Meaning of HRP
Definition of HRP
Factors influencing HRP
Steps involved in in Process of HRP
2.Job Analysis
Meaning of Job Analysis
Process of Job Analysis
Components of Job Analysis
Tools and Techniques in Job Analysis
3. Job Design
Meaning of Job Design
Tools and Techniques of Job Design
Psychological and Behavioral Issues in HRP
Job Description
Job Specification
4.Human Resource Information System
Meaning of HR Information System
Significance of HR Information System
Components of HR Information System
Case Study
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Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Review Questions
Module – 3 Human Relations
1.Human Relations
Concept of Human Relations
Meaning of Human Relations
Significance of Human Relations
Leadership
Concept of Leadership
Essentials of a Good Leadership
Transactional Leadership
Transformational Leadership
2.Employee Morale
Concept of Employee Morale
Meaning of Employee Morale
Factors Influencing Employee Morale
Measurement of Employee Morale
3.Employee Welfare Measures and Health and Safety Measures
Statutory Provisions for Safety of Workers (Indian and Global Scenario)
4.Stress Management
Reasons of for Stress Strategies for Coping with Stress Employee Welfare
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Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Review Questions
Module – 4 Recent Trends in HRM
1.Quality of Work Life (QWL)
Concept of Quality of Work Life (QWL)
Significance of QWL to Employees
Organization
Society
2.Challenges
Supportive Measures (Including Time Management Grid & Flexi Work Hours for Employees)
Internal Mobility (transfer, promotion)
Separation
3.Perspectives in HRM
Redundant Manpower
HR Audit
Emerging Job Opportunities
Talent Management
Employee Burnout
4.Challenges in HRM
Employee Diversity
Labour Turnover
Absenteeism
Sexual Harassment at Workplace
Millennial Competency Mapping
International HR Practices
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Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Review Questions
