Managing People in Sport Organizations: A Strategic Human Resource Management Perspective
- ISBN-10
- 1134709129
- ISBN-13
- 9781134709120
- Category
- Business & Economics
- Pages
- 236
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2015-01-09
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Authors
- Tracy Taylor, Alison Doherty, Peter McGraw
Description
Managing People in Sport Organizations provides a comprehensive overview of the theory and practice of managing people within a strategic framework. This revised and updated second edition examines a range of strategic human resource management approaches that can be used by sport organizations to respond to contemporary challenges and to develop a sustainable performance culture. Drawing on well-established conceptual frameworks and current empirical research, the book systematically covers every key area of HRM theory and practice, including: recruitment training and development performance management and appraisal motivation and reward organizational culture employee relations diversity managing change This new edition also includes expanded coverage of social media, volunteers, and individuals within organizations, and is supported with a new companion website carrying additional resources for students and instructors, including PowerPoint slides, exam questions and useful web links. No other book offers such an up-to-date introduction to core concepts and key professional skills in HRM in sport, and therefore Managing People in Sport Organizations is essential reading for any sport management student or any HR professional working in sport.
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