Tricia Jackson Boeken

"Personnel Practice" is widely acclaimed as the definitive introduction to human resource management. This new edition introduces students to key concepts and gives up to date coverage of legislation. Each chapter has a clear overview and concise summary, providing ideal points for revision and reference. The text also contains detailed sources of further information, alongside activities and case studies to test knowledge and link to practice. It is designed specifically to cater for the CIPD Certificate in Personnel Practice as well as anyone seeking an overview of the subject area.

How do you manage and develop the careers of your staff in today's rapidly changing world of work? What is a career, when employees change jobs more frequently than ever before? Managers in personnel and training departments and line managers all need to adopt procedures to nurture careers, but what do the individuals want from the organization, and how can you reconcile their needs with each other, and with team priorities? This volume addresses these challenges, using case studies from top companies, step-by-step action plans and checklists to assist practically in the way you manage and maximize the contribution of your staff.