People Management and Performance
People Management and Performance by John Purcell, published by Routledge in 2009, is a comprehensive examination of the relationship between human resource management practices and organizational performance. This edition spans 228 pages and is presented in English. The book investigates the effectiveness of HR strategies, emphasizing the significance of organizational culture, the needs of professional knowledge workers, and the connections between human resources and performance.
Readers will find a critical analysis of how HR practices can positively influence various organizations, supported by case studies from notable companies like Nationwide and Selfridges. The book also explores the implications of these practices for both theory and real-world application, making it relevant for graduate students in HRM and business management, as well as practitioners in the field.
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Do human resource management practices actually work? This timely and engaging volume examines the links between people management practices and organizational performance. Focusing on the implementation and impact of HR strategies, the book puts forward a model, which draws attention to:
- The importance of the culture and values of the organization
- The needs of professional knowledge workers
- The links between human resources and performance
People Management and Performance takes a critical view of how and why HR practices have had a positive impact on a range of organizations and also considers the implications for theory and practice. Incorporating case studies from well known organizations, such as Nationwide and Selfridges, this book will be of interest to graduate students of HRM and business and management, as well as practitioners working in the field.
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