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Test Bank for Fundamentals of Human Resource Management: Functions, Applications, Skill Development (2nd Edition) by Robert N. Lussier and John R. Hendon is a highly practical textbook designed to teach human resource management through an action-oriented, "learn-by-doing" approach. Published by SAGE Publications, it focuses heavily on bridging the gap between theoretical HR concepts and the real-world skills needed to manage people effectively. [1, 2, 3]
Core Framework & Teaching Philosophy
The textbook uses a unique three-pronged pedagogy to maximize student retention and practical application: [1, 2]
  • Functions: Gives a clear, comprehensive breakdown of essential HR concepts, aligning closely with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) curriculum guidelines. [1]
  • Applications: Uses five distinct types of application activities and critical thinking exercises to help students understand how theory applies to day-to-day business operations. [1, 2]
  • Skill Development: Provides four distinct types of self-assessments and experiential exercises that build specific, transferable skills students can use in both their personal and professional lives. [1, 2]
Key Features of the 2nd Edition
  • SHRM Alignment: Covers a vast majority of the required undergraduate topics outlined in the SHRM Curriculum Guidebook, making it excellent prep material for future HR professionals. [1]
  • Modern Workplace Content: Features dedicated coverage of contemporary trends, including the agile workplace, generational differences, gamification, social media integration, and diversity and inclusion. [1]
  • Case Studies: Includes 13 targeted case studies that prompt students to solve complex workforce dilemmas using their newly acquired skills. [1, 2, 3]
  • Ethics and Sustainability: Devotes focus to organizational ethics, sustainability, and social responsibility to demonstrate how modern HR departments guide company culture ethically. [1]
Practitioner's Model Overview
The book categorizes HR functions into five logical operational sections: [1, 2]
  1. Strategic HR & Law: Understanding 21st-century HRM, strategic planning, and legal compliance.
  2. Staffing: Sourcing, recruiting, and selecting the right talent.
  3. Developing and Managing: Onboarding, employee training, and performance management systems.
  4. Compensating: Structuring competitive pay, equity, and employee benefits packages.
  5. Protecting: Maintaining employee relations, ensuring safe work environments, and expanding stakeholder reach. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

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