Human Resource Management in Ireland

Updated edition of this highly successful textbook, which draws on current Irish research and data while also incorporating international key developments. New to this edition: Reviews current trends and issues in: Employee recruitment and selection Employee development incorporating recent Irish research evidence Examines recent developments in the Irish and global economy, particularly the impact of the global recession and the implications for workforce management Evaluates developments in the Irish labour market and the implications for HRM Provides a detailed critical evaluation of 'best practice' human resource management Critically reviews reward management and performance management systems, including evidence of practice in many Irish organisations Includes an up-to-date analysis of developments in Irish employment relations, incorporating 'right to bargain' legislation, recent key trends in trade union recognition and avoidance, and the growth in non-union employment relations Presents an up-to-date review of employment law in Ireland WRITTEN FOR: Students taking Human Resource Management as part of a Business Studies degree programme Postgraduate courses where human resource management is a component All CIPD courses where human resource management is a focus