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Human Resource Management Essentials You Always Wanted To Know

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Human Resource Management Essentials You Always Wanted To Know

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What experts say about this book!

Human Resource Management Essentials is a clear and comprehensive foundational overview of the purpose and multifaceted role of the Human Resources function within an organization. Ms. Gilbert builds upon the history of the nature of work, pre and post-Industrial Revolution, building an important chronology that depicts how work and workers have evolved in response to shifting societal needs and how effectively managing human resources is a business imperative for organizational success and sustainability. Through a compelling integration of theoretical and conceptual content, relevant process models, and real-world practices and resources, Ms. Gilbert offers both a strategic and tactical resource for developing a sound knowledge base and skill set in human resource management that can be leveraged for more advanced deep-dive examination of each HR topic as well as applied in actual professional settings and contexts.

Carrie A. Picardi, Ph.D. (Organizational Psychologist)

Associate Professor of Management

University of Bridgeport

The book on Human Resource Management Essentials provides strong functional knowledge of HRM and will enable students to clearly understand the purpose, practice and procedures attributed to HRM. The author has a comprehensive knowledge of the field and shares excellent real world examples. This book will be a desk reference both for the HRM major as well as for the business major with a different concentration, long after they graduate and embark upon their careers.

Fernn R. Cepero

MA, MS, PHR, SHRM-CP, Organizational &

Global Leader Senior Human Resources Business Partner

YMCA OF GREATER ROCHESTER - ASSOCIATION OFFICE

This book gives a complete perspective of the entire gamut in Human Resources. On reading this book, you will get a comprehensive understanding of the Employee Lifecycle right from hiring to exit from the organization. This textbook serves as a guide to understand the fundamentals on every aspect of Human Resources. Its principles can be applied while functioning as a human resource professional in any organization.

Rhea Doshi (M.SC Counselling Psychology)

Manager Global Business Services - Learning & Development

at BASF India Ltd

Jaquina Gilberts topical text on Human Resource Management provides a thoughtful introduction on the foundations to becoming a great HR leader. The content is as expansive as it is digestible. Gilbert does a great job establishing the business case for HR while providing tactile responses to the most sort out cases. I recommend this book to anyone considering a career in the field.

Anthony W. Caputo

Vice President - Remesh

Adjunct Professor - Seton Hall University

Jaquina Gilbert writes a simple and powerful guide to Human Resources Management Essentials. She deftly has cut through the noise and provided an systematic overview of what modern HR leaders think of HRM systems in the 21st century. In an easy to read manner, she explains the essential components of an effective HRM strategy. The book is effective not only for HR students and leaders, but for novice non-HR practitioners who are involved in manpower planning and other HR decisions. I would highly recommend Jaquina Gilberts book as an essential copy for emerging business leaders.

Yogita Abichandani, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, HR & OB at Management Development Institute Murshidabad

Board Member - SECU, North Carolina | Co-Chairperson- Academy of HRD USA, INDIA SIG.

Chairperson- International Relations

Alumni - University of Georgia

After a long time, its good to have come across a book which gives detailed information on Human Resource Management. The author has covered all aspects of HRM in detail, right from the evolution of HRM to key roles, Legal aspects, Payroll, Compensation and Benefits, IT in HR, Health and Safety, etc. Each aspect has been looked at from a different perspective, keeping the current scenario in mind. This book will benefit both current HR professionals and future HR managers.

Paras Panchamia

Manager - HR & Admin

Insight Business MachinesPvt. Ltd

This text on Human Resource Management Essentials is a solid read, and is a very good introduction to fundamental HR principles. Well-organized and written, the book includes easy-to-read and useful how to pieces and serves as a terrific resource for daily HR operators, leaders and managers.

Paul W. Thurman, DBA

Professor of Management and Analytics

Columbia University

Human Resource Management Essentials is a basic, non-technical and easy read for anyone who wants general knowledge of the concepts of human resources. It is a great resource for small businesses and anyone who is currently in a non-HR role, but wants to understand the essentials of the field.

Felicia D. Harris-Foster,

MBA, MS-HRM, CFE & Adjunct Faculty

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About the Author

Jaquina Gilbert has over 20 years of Human Resources experience in multiple disciplines and holds both SHRM and PHR certifications. She authored three books and has written HR-related content for business owners, authors, and professionals in various industries. Jaquina received a BBA in Human Resources Management and Organizational Behavior from the University of North Texas in Denton, and an MS in Human Resource Training and Development from Amberton University.

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Table of Contents

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Chapter one introduces Human Resource Management (HRM) as both a term that defines a management function and an operating department within an organization. The chapter outlines the progressive existence of HRM and recounts various perspectives, theories, and approaches to the concept. The purpose is to ensure the readers understanding of the definition, evolutionary progress, opposing viewpoints, basic functions, and challenges of Human Resource Management.

Key learning objectives should include the readers understanding of the following:

a) The nature and concerns of HRM