International Human Resource Management by Dennis Briscoe

International Human Resource Management by Dennis Briscoe

This is an ideal foundation text for anyone studying or working in the International Human Resource Management (IHRM) arena. This text utilizes and incorporates most of what is currently known, researched or experienced in the field. It features data and examples from academic research, international businesses and consulting firms, as well as experiences of and interviews with HRM managers in multinational and global firms. This book offers both a theoretical and practical treatment of this important and constantly evolving area. Thoroughly updated and revised, this second edition now includes key terms, learning objectives, discussion questions and an end-of-book integrative case. It has been designed to lead readers through all of the key topics in a highly engaging and approachable way. This book focuses on IHRM within multi-national enterprises (MNEs) and covers topics including: * MNE and country culture * organizational structure, strategy and design * international joint ventures and cross-border mergers and acquisitions * labour standards, ethics and codes of conduct * selection and mangement of international assignees * training and management development * compensation and benefits * health and safety and crisis management * IHRM departments and professionals Uncovering precisely why IHRM is important for success in international business and how IHRM policies and practices function within the multinational enterprise, this outstanding textbook provides an essential foundation for an understanding of the theory and practice of IHRM. This book is essential reading for all students, lecturers and IHRM professionals.

Praise for the previous edition:

'To have the right staff at the right time is a safe recipe for business successAlthough this is easier said than done the second edition of International Human Resource Management provides the appropriate tools to achieve just that. The book brings together highly relevant perspectives on the effective management of human resources on a global scale by two internationally renowned scholars on the leading edge of research and practice. This fully updated new edition should be mandatory reading for any student and practitioner of international business.' - Jan Selmer, Hong Kong Baptist University

'Briscoe and Schuler have created the benchmark by which other HRM texts will be measured.' - Wayne Cascio, University of Colorado, Denver, USA

'The second edition of Briscoe and Schuler's International Human Resource Management is an outstanding addition to the literature. It will not only serve as an excellent university text but also provide a comprehensive overview of the field for IHRM practioners and other interested professionals.' - Cal Reynolds, Consultant

Dennis Briscoe is Professor of International Human Resource Management at the University of San Diego where he has taught for over 20 years. Randall Schuler is Professor of Strategic International Human Resource at the School of Management and Labor Relations at Rutgers University and Research Professor at GSBA Zurich.

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ISBN 13	9780415338349
ISBN 10	0415338344
Title	International Human Resource Management
Author	Dennis Briscoe
Series	Global Hrm
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published	2004-05-27
Number of pages	512
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.