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Human Resource Management by Gary Dessler provides a comprehensive overview of the principles, practices, and strategic role of human resource management in modern organizations. The book explains how organizations can effectively manage their workforce to achieve organizational goals while supporting employee development, motivation, and performance.
The text covers major human resource functions, including workforce planning, recruitment and selection, training and development, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee relations, workplace safety, and labor laws. It also examines contemporary issues such as diversity and inclusion, talent management, globalization, ethics, technology in HR, and strategic human resource planning.
Through practical examples, case studies, and evidence-based approaches, the book demonstrates how human resource professionals and managers can attract, develop, retain, and motivate employees in a competitive business environment. It emphasizes the importance of aligning HR practices with organizational strategy to enhance productivity, employee engagement, and long-term organizational success.
