Chapter Name: Global leading practices in the management of Human Assets
Description:This chapter examines best practices in human resource management globally, focusing on recruitment, training, performance management, and employee engagement
Purpuse:To expose learners to international HR strategies that can be adapted to improve workforce effectiveness in the retail context.
Rational:Implementing leading HR practices attracts and retains top talent, leading to improved employee performance and satisfaction.
Chapters Topics
The concept and implications of viewing the people working for a business as assets and not just a resource or a commodity
Explores the paradigm shift in human resource management, emphasizing the value of employees as key assets contributing to organizational success.
Examples of the management and treatment of people in organisations from across the globe
Provides case studies and examples of how organizations worldwide manage and treat their employees, highlighting diverse approaches and best practices.
The evolving needs, expectations and demands of workers in the retail sector
Examines the changing landscape of employee expectations in the retail sector, focusing on factors such as work-life balance, career development, and workplace culture.
The evolution of organised labour and the advantages and disadvantages of having a unionised workforce
This topic examines the historical development of organised labour, the role of trade unions in advocating for workers' rights, and the impact of unionisation on workplace dynamics. It also discusses the benefits, such as collective bargaining power, and drawbacks, like potential for strikes and rigid work rules, associated with unionised workforces.
Building strategic partnerships with workers and worker organisations
Focuses on fostering collaborative relationships between management and employee representatives. This topic covers strategies for effective communication, joint problem-solving, and creating a shared vision to enhance workplace cooperation and productivity.