Chapter 1

Introduction to SHRM

Concept, evolution, and significance of SHRM

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Traditional HRM vs Strategic HRM

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Theoretical perspectives of SHRM (Universalistic, Contingency, Configurational)

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Resource-Based View (RBV) of the firm and human capital

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HR as a strategic partner

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Chapter 2

Aligning HR with Business Strategy

Porter's generic strategies and HR implications

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Miles and Snow's strategic typology and HR

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Vertical fit (Linkage with strategy) and Horizontal fit (Internal alignment)

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Formulating HR strategy

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The HR value chain framework

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Chapter 3

Strategic HR Planning and Staffing

Strategic workforce planning processes

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Employer branding and strategic recruitment

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Selection for person-organization fit

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Strategic retention of critical talent

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Flexible workforce arrangements and outsourcing

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Chapter 4

Strategic Training and Performance

Creating a learning organization

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Strategic investments in training and development

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Linking performance management to organizational strategy

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Strategic compensation design for competitive advantage

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Knowledge management and HR

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Chapter 5

Measuring HR Effectiveness

HR metrics and benchmarking

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Evaluating HR functions (HR Audit)

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Return on Investment (ROI) in HR interventions

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The HR Scorecard approach (Becker, Huselid, Ulrich)

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Balanced Scorecard and HR perspective

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