HRES 2170 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Change Management, Job Design, Human Capital

• School: Mount Royal University
• Department: Human Resources
• Course: HRES 2170
• Professor: Rita Lowe

Document Summary

Know what hrm is: human resource management is an integrated set of processes and systems in an organization that focuses on effective placement and development of their employees. Functions of the hr department: creating safe work environment, defining and designing work, recruiting and selecting workforce, training and developing employees, managing employee performance, rewarding and recognizing employees, relating to employees within diverse environments. Hr professional is responsible for: aligning hr strategies with business strategies, delivering services, strengthening employee contributions, managing change. Why all managers and supervisors should have knowledge about hrm. Because managers are responsible for: determining work design, promoting a culture of well-being, making hiring decisions, developing employees, reviewing performance, all of which are cornerstones and fundamentals of hrm. Why organization needs hr dept: because hr focuses on the development of the employee and the organization, which advances and further develops the business or organization to become more effective and efficient business.