Wiley Pathways Human Resource Management

ISBN-13: 9780470111208 / Angielski / Miękka / 2007 / 416 str.

Harold Messmer; Jr. Max Messmer; Connie Isbell

Opis

Wiley Pathways Human Resource Management walks readers through the steps involved in managing the most important component of a company - its employees. The skills-based approach covers everything from designing a new position and the interview process to administering benefits and managing workplace safety so students will be able to apply their knowledge in a professional setting.

Spis treści

1. Managing Human Resources Today 1

2. Equal Opportunity and the Legal Environment 22

3. Building a Strategic Staffing Plan 43

4. Recruiting and Evaluating Prospective Employees 66

5. Interviewing and Making Selection Decisions 98

6. Training Employees 124

7. Assessing and Appraising Performance 146

8. Compensation Strategies and Practices 170

9. Designing and Administering Benefits 201

10. Developing Employee Relations 229

11. Managing Discipline and Employee Rights 258

12. Managing Workplace Health and Safety 285

13. Working with Organized Labor 310

Appendix A: Professional HR Certifications 337

Appendix B: Interviewing Candidates 341

Appendix C: Substance Abuse and Drug Testing 345

Appendix D: Useful HR Resources 349

Glossary 353

Index 367

O autorze

Harold "Max" Messmer Jr. is Chairman and CEO of Robert Half International, the world′s largest specialized staffing firm, and one of the foremost experts on human resources and employment issues.

Blurb

You can get there Whether you re already working in the human resources field and looking to expand your skills or setting out on a new career path, Wiley Pathways Human Resource Management will help you get there. Easy–to–read, practical, and up–to–date, this text not only helps you learn the fundamentals of effective human resources management at your own pace, it helps you master the core competencies and skills you need to succeed. With this book, you will be able to: Understand the evolving role of human resource managers in today s changing business environment, both in small business settings and in larger institutions Know the legal implications of U.S. employment laws Assess the staffing and talent needs and recruit prospective employees Figure out training needs and create effective training programs Plan career development and appraise performance Develop compensation strategies to reward more productive employees Manage workplace health and safety Work with organized labor and deal with unions Wiley Pathways helps you achieve your goals The books in this series offer a coordinated curriculum for learning  business. Learn more at www.wiley.com/go/pathways.