Includes indexes

Contents: 1. Introduction to HRM: Managing people -- The concept of HRM -- HRM in practice -- 2. HRM and the business environment: HRM and global economy -- HRM and job market -- International perspective: culture, the state, human capital and ethics -- Flexibility, work - life balance and wellness -- 3. Organizational HRM: HRM and organizational structure -- Growth, culture, and knowledge -- employee engagement -- 4. Strategic HRM: people strategies -- Change strategies -- Resourcing strategies -- 5.Talent management: Recruitment -- Employee selection -- Performance management -- Reward management -- Human resource development -- 6. Employee relations: Promoting diversity -- Managing conflict --