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Advanced Human Resource Management: Strategies, Theories and Concepts for HR Practice
Author(s): Sajia Ferdous (Author)
- Publisher: Kogan Page
- Publication Date: March 25, 2025
- Edition: 1st
- Language: English
- Print length: 400 pages
- ISBN-10: 1398615099
- ISBN-13: 9781398615090
Book Description
The advanced textbook for applying strategic HRM across functions and organizational contexts.
How can HR strategies be designed and implemented to create lasting competitive advantage? Advanced Human Resource Management by Sajia Ferdous equips final-year undergraduate and postgraduate students with the frameworks, tools and practical insights needed to lead HR initiatives in diverse settings. Aligned with HRM course outcomes, it bridges theory and application across all major HR functions, ensuring its relevance as a core or recommended text.
This textbook addresses contemporary contexts, theories and strategies in areas such as talent management, performance management, diversity and sustainability. Students will examine HR’s impact at the micro-, meso- and macro- levels, evaluate legal and policy implications and assess how strategies vary across organizational types and sectors. Emphasis is placed on developing the analytical skills needed to measure effectiveness and adapt approaches for maximum impact.
Structured learning features include:
– Analysis of HR strategies across organizational levels
– Guidance on compliance and policy considerations
– Evaluation tools for comparing strategies across sectors
– Self-assessment quizzes to check understanding
– Case law, scenarios, and real-world examples to contextualize learning
Whether pursuing an HR career in the public or private sector, this textbook provides the advanced knowledge and practical skills to design and deliver HR strategies that drive sustainable organizational success.
Editorial Reviews
Review
“A thorough and contemporary text on Strategic HRM, linking core concepts to current and future HR challenges. This will be a valuable resource for those teaching or studying Advanced (Level 7) CIPD qualification, with each chapter including comprehensive coverage of key issues, learning objectives, case examples and knowledge-check activities.” ―
Dr Krystal Wilkinson, Reader in HRM, Manchester Metropolitan University“
This book will provide HRM students with a comprehensive understanding of advanced HRM practices, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to excel in today’s dynamic workplace. By exploring topics such as people management, high-performance work contexts and employee motivation, students will develop the ability to create positive and productive work environments.
Furthermore, the book’s focus on some other timely and important topics such as talent management and strategic HRM will empower students to identify, develop and retain top talent, contributing to organizational success. The insights into managing diverse workforces and fostering flexible workplaces will prepare students to thrive in inclusive and adaptable organizations.
” ― Dr Isbahna Naz, Lecturer in Organizational Behaviour and HRM, University of Exeter Business School, University of Exeter
“The book covers expansive topics on traditional and modern strategic HRM with in-depth theoretical and practical exposition. The book is highly recommended to students and scholars of HRM and in the field of HR Analytics.” ― Dr Manhal Ali, Lecturer in HR Analytics, Leeds University Business School, University of Leeds
“An impressive review of perspectives and debates on strategic human resource management; it will be key reading for students at third year undergraduate and master’s level. Contemporary and future work and employment issues are explored, and the text is supplemented with real-world examples to bring theory alive.” ― Professor David Lain, Professor in Work and Ageing, Newcastle University Business School, Newcastle University
“Well-written and engaging, this textbook offers a good blend of theory and practical insights. Whether you’re learning or leading, this textbook is ideal for understanding HR practices in a fast-changing world.” ― Dr Mariya Mathai, Lecturer in People and Organisations, School of Management, Swansea University
“Advanced Human Resource Management is an impressive textbook that critically links HRM strategy and policy implementation to some of the core challenges and opportunities that organizations face, including sustainability, technological advancement and employee wellbeing. The textbook will enable students at different levels to see the big picture and appreciate how HR can make a difference.” ― Dr Heike Schroder, Reader in Human Resource Management, Queen’s Business School, Queen’s University Belfast
“Advanced Human Resource Management is a vital resource for students and academics, offering clear insights into strategic HR practices. Combining cutting-edge research with practical examples, it equips readers to understand the complexities of talent management in today’s dynamic workplaces.” ― Dr Nathaniel Tetteh, Lecturer in Employment Studies, Alliance Manchester Business School, The University of Manchester
