Publisher's Synopsis
A concise treatment of a developing area of study and practice, which considers people in organizations as a key resource. It underlines the importance of communicating well with employees, involving them in what is going on and fostering their commitment and identification with the organization. A strategic approach to the acquistion management and motivation of people is taken throughout. The language used and the way theoretical material is handled, makes this a useful text for the general management student to obtain a quick and comprehensive view of HRM. It uses short cases as a medium of explanation and exploration and covers current issues of concern to the specialist HRM person and managers in thier people-centred roles.