Written in a clear, lively, concise, and conversational style, this book provides Human Resource professionals with an in-depth look at the most critical issues in human resource management (HRM). The tenth edition includes an extensive update with new examples and timely HR topics added. The majority of opening vignettes and Did You Know? boxes are new to provide the most relevant information. The Workplace Issues, Technology Corner, and Ethical Issues in HRM boxes have also been updated to reflect current ideas and issues in HR. And HR professionals will find more detailed discussions on a wide range of topics including HR as a career, outsourcing of HR, discipline and dismissal, employment branding, and more. Part 1 Understanding HRM Chapter 1: The Dynamic Environment of HRM Chapter 2: Fundamentals of Strategic HRM Part 2 The Legal and Ethical Context of HRM Chapter 3: Equal Employment Opportunity Chapter 4: Employee Rights and Discipline Part 3 Staffing the Organization Chapter 5: Human Resource Planning and Job Analysis Chapter 6: Recruiting Chapter 7: Foundations of Selection Part 4 Training and Development Chapter 8: Socializing, Orienting, and Developing Employees Chapter 9: Managing Careers Part 5 Maintaining High Performance Chapter 10: Establishing the Performance Management System Chapter 11: Establishing Rewards and Pay Plans Chapter 12: Employee Benefits Chapter 13: Ensuring a Safe and Healthy Work Environment Part 6 Labor-Management Environments Chapter 14: Understanding Labor relations and Collective Bargaining Endnotes Glossary