Written by experts in the field, the seventh edition of this well-established book provides a critical and academically rigorous exploration of the key functions, practices and issues in HRM today. The first part of Contemporary Human Resource Management covers fundamental HRM practices while the second half examines contemporary themes and issues such as technology and climate change. The book contains over 50 thought-provoking case studies, showing you how theory relates to real-world examples. This substantially revised seventh edition includes three completely new chapters and case studies on: ? Remote working ? New technologies ? Social media Adrian Wilkinson is Professor of Employment Relations and Human Resource Management at Griffith University and Visiting Professor at the University of Sheffield. Tony Dundon is Professor of HRM and Employment Relations at Kemmy Business School, University of Limerick and Visiting Professor at the Work and Equalities Institute, University of Manchester. Edward Yates is a Lecturer in Employment Relations and Human Resource Management at the University of Sheffield.
Written by experts in the field, the seventh edition of this well-established book provides a critical and academically rigorous exploration of the key functions, practices and issues in HRM today. The first part of Contemporary Human Resource Management covers fundamental HRM practices while the second half examines contemporary themes and issues such as technology and climate change. The book contains over 50 thought-provoking case studies, showing you how theory relates to real-world examples. This substantially revised seventh edition includes three completely new chapters and case studies on: ? Remote working ? New technologies ? Social media Adrian Wilkinson is Professor of Employment Relations and Human Resource Management at Griffith University and Visiting Professor at the University of Sheffield. Tony Dundon is Professor of HRM and Employment Relations at Kemmy Business School, University of Limerick and Visiting Professor at the Work and Equalities Institute, University of Manchester. Edward Yates is a Lecturer in Employment Relations and Human Resource Management at the University of Sheffield.
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Leadership is central to all aspects of the nursing role, from managing the delivery of high quality care to acting as a role model for best practice. Written specifically for nursing students, this book introduces you to the principles and practice of leadership, management and multi-disciplinary team working. Key features: * Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards * Introduces the core leadership theory you need to know, using case studies and reflective activities to show how it relates to your practice * Updated throughout, including new activities and discussions of compassionate leadership and emotional intelligence. * Builds your understanding of the challenging aspects of leadership including managing conflict, being assertive and leading service improvement
Leadership is central to all aspects of the nursing role, from managing the delivery of high quality care to acting as a role model for best practice. Written specifically for nursing students, this book introduces you to the principles and practice of leadership, management and multi-disciplinary team working. Key features: * Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards * Introduces the core leadership theory you need to know, using case studies and reflective activities to show how it relates to your practice * Updated throughout, including new activities and discussions of compassionate leadership and emotional intelligence. * Builds your understanding of the challenging aspects of leadership including managing conflict, being assertive and leading service improvement
The development of spoken language underpins all seven areas of learning and development in the EYFS. This book supports those studying the Early Years and Early Childhood to explore the wide range of issues and factors that impact on children's communication and language development. In all chapters, students are supported to consider real life ......
The development of spoken language underpins all seven areas of learning and development in the EYFS. This book supports those studying the Early Years and Early Childhood to explore the wide range of issues and factors that impact on children's communication and language development. In all chapters, students are supported to consider real life ......
This illuminating guide to the core skills and techniques of the relational approach to coaching brings the intersubjective, collaborative relationship between coach and client into focus. Filled with a variety of exercises and reflective questions, this will be an invaluable tool for trainee coaches or those already practicing wishing to refine ......
