HRM & HR Functions

Question 1

Sisson (1990)

Answer 1

• Integration of HR with business planning
• Shift responsibility for HR issues from staff to LM
• Shift away from collectivist management to individualist
• Focus on employment commitment

Question 2

Guest (1987)

Answer 2

• Strategic integration to increase implementation
• Workforce flexibility/adaptability
• Quality
• Employment commitment

Question 3

Employment Relationship

Answer 3

3 types of ‘contract’ = (Formal, Informal, Psychological)

Question 4

HR Responsibilities

Answer 4

ATTRACT
DEVELOP
MAINTAIN

Question 5

HR Central Functions

Answer 5

1. People Resourcing
2. Managing Performance
3. Managing Reward
4. HR Development
5. Employment Relations