An examination of the essential aspects of the practice of HRM in the modern workplace. Supplements essential theory with practical guidelines for managing employees as well as other general functions in an organisation. Aimed at undergraduate students at further and higher education institutions within South Africa as well as managers and human resource practitioners. Contents include the following:Macro-environmental factorsWorkforce planning and talent managementRecruitment and selectionInduction, orientation and onboardingPerformance management and appraisalHuman resource developmentManagement, leadership and motivationRemunerationEmployee wellness, health and safetyLaws regulating the human resource management function