Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Introduction -- Introduction to human resource management -- Equal opportunity and the law -- Human resource management strategy and analysis -- Recruitment, placement, and talent management -- Job analysis and the talent management process -- Personnel planning and recruiting -- Employee testing and selection -- Interviewing candidates -- Training and development -- Training and developing employees -- Performance management and appraisal -- Managing employee retention, engagement, and careers -- Compensation -- Establishing strategic pay plans -- Pay for performance and financial incentives -- Benefits and services -- Enrichment topics in human resource management -- Ethics, employee relations, and fair treatment at work -- Labor relations and collective bargaining -- Employee safety and health -- Managing global human resources -- Managing human resources in small and entrepreneurial firms -- Appendices -- Appendix A PHR and SPHR knowledge base -- Appendix B Comprehensive cases -- Glossary -- Name/organization index -- Subject index.

Modern Human Resources: Technology, Social Media, and Management Human Resource Management provides students with the daily tools and skills they need to function as successful managers--in both human resources and business in general. With a practical approach, the text explores the evolution of the field, highlighting the introduction of revolutionary new technologies and social media platforms such as LinkedIn and cloud computing. The Fifteenth Edition focuses on the positive impacts technology has had on the HR field. The ability to vet potential employees on the Internet shifts more HR responsibilities to managers, leaving HR departments with more time to carry out strategic, long-term endeavors for boosting employee performance and engagement. With a heavy focus on emerging industry trends, the text prepares students with everything they need to be successful managers and HR personnel in the 21st century. MyManagementLab® not included. Students, if MyManagementLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN and course ID. MyManagementLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. MyManagementLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product designed to personalize learning and improve results. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts.