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Human Resource Management (HRM) is a comprehensive textbook designed for the students of business management. It provides an in-depth coverage of the theoretical and practical aspects of managing human resources supported by numerous industrial examples, exhibits, and illustrations. The book is divided into four parts. Part I, Inception, outlines the concept of HRM and provides an understanding of talent management and competency framework. Part II, HR Systems, covers the various HR functions such as manpower planning, recruitment, performance management system, development system, multi-source feedback, compensation management, and employee development. Part III, Contemporary Issues in HRM, elaborates on the current issues influencing human resources such as globalization, technology, HRD audit, corporate social responsibility, and ethics. The HR strategies being used in various sectors are also covered. Following this, Part IV, Research in HRM, provides a chapter on contemporary research findings on various issues in HRM. The book concludes with appendices on stress management, organizational climate and role stress, and leadership styles in organizations. Comprehensive in its coverage of topics and with a lucid approach, the book also provides various examples and case studies, which serve as a valuable guide for professionals. Key Features Includes numerous exhibits and examples to help readers relate to the concepts Covers various facets of HR systems including acquiring, retaining, and developing talent Dedicates a chapter exclusively to the contemporary research findings in the field of HRM Discusses HR strategies in different sectors such as manufacturing, service, and knowledge industry About The Author Uday Kumar Haldar is the Principal of Swami Vivekananda Institute of Management and Computer Science, Kolkata. Juthika Sarkar is an HR practitioner with more than 15 years of industry experience, including a decade in Siemens. Table Of Contents PART I: INCEPTION 1. Understanding Organizations 2. Changing Business Scenario—Focus on Human Resource Management 3. Human Resource Management: An Overview 4. Talent Management and Employee Engagement 5. Competency Framework for Talent Management PART II: HR SYSTEMS 6. Manpower Planning, Recruitment, and Selection 7. Induction and Placement 8. Performance Management System 9. Training and Development 10. Multi-Source Assessment and Feedback System 11. Potential Appraisal, Career System, and Succession Planning 12. Compensation, Rewards, Incentives, and Wage Administration 13. Separation and Beyond 14. Developing Workers and Subordinate Staff PART III: CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN HRM 15. Managing Change 16. Knowledge Management 17. Human Resource Development Audit 18. Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility 19. Managing Globalization 20. Technology and HRM 21. Work-Life Balance 22. Quality Management and HRM: JIT, 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma 23. HRM Strategies 24. HRM in Various Sectors PART IV: RESEARCH IN HRM 25. Research in HRM Appendix A: Stress Management Appendix B: Organizational Climate and Organizational Role Stress Appendix C: Leadership Styles in Organizations Index About The Authors