Human Resource Management 17th Edition

by Sean Valentine | Patricia Meglich | Robert L. Mathis | John Jackson

Prepare for HR and career success with the book that has set the standard for excellence in human resource management. Valentine/Meglich/Mathis/Jackson’s HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, 17th EDITION, offers today’s most current look at HRM and its impact on the success of organizations today. A leading resource in preparing for professional HR certification, this edition ensures you are familiar with all major topics for professional examinations from the Society for Human Resource Management and Human Resource Certification Institute.

You examine the latest HR research as well as HR theory in contemporary practice. This edition highlights emerging trends driving change in HRM today, including ethics, technology, globalization, competencies and HR metrics. Accompanying MindTap digital resources offer a personalized, online learning platform with a tailored presentation created by your instructor.

Dr. Sean R. Valentine is Professor of Management and Chair, Chester Fritz Distinguished Professor, and the Eugene Dahl Character and Innovation Endowed Chair in the Middleton School of Entrepreneurship and Management at the Nistler College of Business, University of North Dakota. Originally from Texas, he received a Bachelor of Science in management/human resources from Park University, a Bachelor of Science in hotel, restaurant and tourism management from New Mexico State University, an MBA from Texas State University, and a Doctor of Business Administration from Louisiana Tech University.

Dr. Patricia A. Meglich is a management professor at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Born and raised in Ohio, she earned her B.S.B.A. from Bowling Green State University, her MBA from Cleveland State University and her doctoral degree from Kent State University. Prior to entering academia, she spent 20 years as the human resources director for an automotive supplier, where she designed and implemented talent management programs and participated in numerous acquisitions and business process reengineering initiatives. Dr. Meglich has been active in professional activities with SHRM and was awarded the national SHRM Award for Professional Excellence.

Dr. Robert L. Mathis is Professor Emeritus of Management at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO). Dr. Mathis has co-authored several books and published numerous articles. He held national offices in the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI)

Dr. John H. Jackson is professor of management at the University of Wyoming. Born in Alaska, he received his BBA and MBA from Texas Tech University. He worked in the telecommunications industry in human resources management for several years before completing his PhD in Management and Organization at the University of Colorado.

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