A research-focused introductory text written by a stellar contributor line-up including Linda Holbeche, Stephen Taylor, and Jim Stewart.

The Second Edition integrates an international perspective using examples and case studies from a broad range of regions and industries including Microsoft, Volkswagen, and Rolls-Royce. The two new chapters on Culture and Globalization reflect the contemporary workplace, and the future of HR based on Linda Holbeche's latest research is included in the final chapter.

Suitable for upper undergraduate and Masters level strategic HRM modules or HRM modules that have a strategic angle.