1.The content emphasizes how the HRM function, as well as the management of human resources, can help companies gain a competitive advantage.



　　2.The content discusses current issues such as social networking, talent management, diversity, and employee engagement, all of which have a major impact on business and HRM practice.



　　3.Includes examples of how new technologies are being used to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of HRM practices.



　　4.Global edition of Connect Plus, McGraw-Hills web-based teaching and learning platform, which helps students learn faster, study more efficiently, and retain more knowledge.



　　5.The content draws from the diverse research, teaching, and consulting experiences of the four authors who have taught human resource management to undergraduates, MBA students, experienced managers and professional employees.

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PART I: THE HUMAN RESOURCE ENVIRONMENT

Ch 1 Human Resource Management: Gaining a Competitive Advantage

Ch 2 Strategic Human Resource Management

Ch 3 The Legal Environment: Equal Employment Opportunity and Safety

Ch 4 The Analysis and Design of Work



PART II: ACQUISITION AND PREPARATION OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Ch 5 Human Resource Planning and Recruitment

Ch 6 Selection and Placement

Ch 7 Training



PART III: ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT OF HRM

Ch 8 Performance Management

Ch 9 Employee Development

Ch10 Employee Separation and Retention



PART IV: COMPENSATION OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Ch11 Pay Structure Decisions

Ch12 Recognizing Employee Contributions with Pay

Ch13 Employee Benefits



PART V: SPECIAL TOPICS IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Ch14 Collective Bargaining and Labor Relations

Ch15 Managing Human Resources Globally

Ch16 Strategically Managing the HRM Function