Human Resource Management

Authoritatively and expertly written, the new seventh edition of Bratton and Gold’s Human Resource Management builds upon the enduring strengths of this renowned book. Thoroughly updated, topical and accessible, this textbook explores the theory and practice of human resource management and will encourage your students to reflect critically on the realities of the ever-changing world of work. The new edition truly captures the zeitgeist of contemporary human resource management. With coverage of the Covid-19 pandemic in relation to business ethics, physical and mental wellbeing, inequality and the rise of the gig-economy and precarious work, students will feel connected to the complex issues that face workers, organisations and wider society. This edition also includes expanded coverage on the ever-palpable effects of globalization and technological change and explores the importance of sustainable practice. Students will gain critical insight into the realities of contemporary HRM, engaging with the various debates and tensions inherent in the employment relationship and understanding the myriad of different theories underpinning human resource management. New to this edition: - New ‘Ethical Insight’ boxes explore areas of current ethical concern in trends and practice - New ‘Digital Spotlight’ boxes explore innovations in technology, analytics and AI and the impact on workers and organisations - Topical coverage on job design and the rise of the gig economy and precarious work - A critical discussion of the core themes and debates around human resource management in the post-Covid-19 era, including mental health and wellbeing. - A rich companion website packed with extra resources, including video interviews with HR professionals, work-related films, bonus case studies, links to employment law, and vocab checklists for ESL students make this an ideal text for online or blended learning.

Table of Contents:
PART 1: PAST AS PROLOGUE: THE ASCENDENCY OF HRM Introduction PART 2: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AS A FIELD OF STUDY 1: Contemporary Human Resource Management: The Role of Critique 2: Corporate Strategy and Strategic HRM PART 3: FUNDAMENTALS OF HRM 3: Job and Work Design 4: Workforce Planning & Diversity 5: Recruitment and Selection 6: Performance Management 7: Learning and Development 8. Reward Management PART 4: MANAGING THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP 9. Labour Relations and Collective Bargaining 10. Employee Relations and Conflict Management PART 5: CONTEMPORARY ISSUES 11: Human Resource Management, Health and Wellbeing 12: Sustainable HRM and Environmental Sustainability 13. International HRM in a Globalized Capitalism 14. Back to the Future: Reimagining HRM in a Post-Pandemic Capitalism

About the Author :
John Bratton is Honorary Professor in the Management School at Queen’s University Belfast, Northern Ireland. Jeff Gold is Professor of Organization Learning at Leeds Beckett University, UK Andrew Bratton is a Lecturer in Human Resource Management at Edinburgh Napier University Business School. He previously worked as a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate in Business Process Improvement and Knowledge Management at the University of Strathclyde, in a Microsoft technology consultancy. His research and knowledge exchange interests focus on sustainable HRM, leadership and workplace action learning and innovation. His current research focuses on the application of sustainable practices in small and medium-sized enterprises. Laura Steele is a Lecturer in Business and Society at Queen’s Management School, Belfast, where she also acts as Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainability Champion. Before joining the Management School, Laura worked predominantly in the public and voluntary sectors. Her teaching and research interests include ethics, social responsibility, and the impact of new technologies on business and society. She developed and hosts the ‘QMS Good Business Podcast’, which aims to go beyond the bottom line and explore the ethical, social and environmental responsibilities of organisations.

Review :
This is an excellent textbook. The material is totally up to date in my view. The chapters combine HR theory and practical case studies, and are easy to follow for undergraduate students. I would say that HRM 7th edition is quite competitive compared to other existing books in teaching undergraduate HRM. Each chapter starts with interesting examples which can catch students’ attention.