This text focuses on the knowledge and skills that managers at every level of a South African business should possess. Contributions from human resource experts give a solid grounding in the integrated theory and practice of a profession that has far-reaching consequences for all South Africans. Topics include strategic planning and the employment process, the use and maintenance of staff, terminating the employment relationship, and trade unions and labor relations dynamics. This new edition is rich in case studies and applications and is aligned to the principles of outcomes-based education. The latest developments in training and development legislation, including the South African Qualifications Authority and the National Qualifications Framework, employment equity, the HIV/AIDS debate, and human resource management ethics and management strategy are covered.
Author Biography:
B. J. Swanepoel
is a professor of human resource and labor relations management.