Key Concepts in Human Resource Management

Key Concepts in Human Resource Management
ISBN-10
1137242302
ISBN-13
9781137242303
Category
Business & Economics
Pages
320
Language
English
Published
2004-02-27
Publisher
Macmillan International Higher Education
Authors
Jonathan Sutherland, Diane Canwell

Description

Key Concepts in Human Resource Management is one of a range of comprehensive glossaries with entries arranged alphabetically for easy reference. All major concepts, terms, theories and theorists are incorporated and cross-referenced. Additional reading and Internet research opportunities are identified. More complex terminology is made clearer with numerous diagrams and illustrations. With over 500 key terms defined, the book represents a comprehensive must-have reference for anyone studying a business-related course or those simply wishing to understand what human resource management is all about. It will be especially useful as a revision aid.

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