An Introduction to Human Resources
Chapter 1 What is HRM? Human Resources Management (HRM/HR) – Activities designed to provide for and coordinate the human resources of an organization. HR functions include: Planning & recruiting, training & development, compensation, safety, employee relations, research MAN 3301: Management of Human Resources
Chapter 1 What is HRM? Strategic HRM – The things HR must do to accomplish the Company’s goals. Three views of HR’s role in the organization: HR activities are not strategic but operational HR adapts its practices to fit the firm’s strategy HR is an equal partner in the planning process MAN 3301: Management of Human Resources
Chapter 1 The HR Manager Line vs. Staff & who has “authority” Authority - HR managers are usually staff managers in that they assist and advise line managers in accomplishing their goals. MAN 3301: Management of Human Resources
Chapter 1 The HR Manager Generalist: Performs many HR functions without specializing in any particular one. Specialist: Performs HR functions within one particular HR function. MAN 3301: Management of Human Resources
Chapter 1 The HR Manager Human Resources Managers provide 3 types of assistance: Specific services Advice Coordination MAN 3301: Management of Human Resources
Chapter 1 Challenges for HR Managers Diversity in the Workforce – The US workforce is changing in these areas: Race and Ethnicity Age Gender The workforce is also changing in: Skills & Education “Attitudes” MAN 3301: Management of Human Resources
Chapter 1 Challenges for HR Managers Regulatory Changes – The legal environment of HR is fluid. Laws are added and amended. Courts interpret existing laws. Examples: Title VII and the ADA – a new protected class FMLA – paid leave? Reverse discrimination – guys serving wings? MAN 3301: Management of Human Resources
Chapter 1 Challenges for HR Managers Structural Changes to the Organization – Organizations will make alterations to their workforce through: Re-engineering Downsizing & “Rightsizing” Outsourcing Flexible work schedules (FT, PT, & job sharing) MAN 3301: Management of Human Resources
Chapter 1 Challenges for HR Managers Technological & Managerial Changes – HRIS and information sharing Telecommuting Moving away from the traditional pyramid Empowered employees Flatter organizations Work organized by team, not process Changing power bases MAN 3301: Management of Human Resources
Chapter 1 HR and BE 2010 (Communication) Use what you learned in The Cornerstone Course – Avoid “manager speak” Don’t ignore culture Talk the talk, walk the walk Reinforcement Inform, don’t just share data Remember your audiences MAN 3301: Management of Human Resources