Aligning Human Resources and Business Strategy 2nd Edition

Praise for the first edition: 'This book will add enormous value to the profession.' Dave Ulrich, University of Michigan, School of Business 'A hot issue... Linda Holbeche's book explores both the why and the how, providing clear guidance and practical solutions.' David Hussey, Chief Editor, Croner's Journal of Professional HRM ' "Aligning HR strategy with business strategy" trips so easily off the tongues of HR directors that it belies the tremendously complex challenge that this represents. Anyone thinking of actually doing it should read Linda Holbeche's book first.' Paul Kearns, author of The Bottom Line HR Function

Linda Holbeche is Research and Policy Director at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). Linda is responsible for leading the CIPDs extensive management research programme and the translation of that knowledge into practice for the benefit of all those involved in the management and development of people. She heads a 40 strong team, including 12 expert research advisers, and is a key spokesperson and advocate for the people management and development profession, in the media and in relations with government and other opinion formers. Linda was previously with the Work Foundation where she was Director of Leadership and Consultancy and prior to this she was Director of Research and Strategy at Roffey Park Institute for 12 years.

Part I The Need for Strategic Human Resources; Introduction: From Business Partnering to Leadership; The Context for Strategic HR; Transforming HR into a Strategic Partner; Measuring the Impact of Strategic HRM; Aligning Business and HR Strategy; Part II Strategies for Managing and Developing Talent; Recruitment and Retention Strategies; Managing and Rewarding for High Performance; Strategies for Developing People; Developing Effective Career Strategies; Developing International Managers; High-Potential Assessment and Succession Planning; Part III Human Resources as a Strategic Function; Skills for HR Strategists; Working Across Boundaries; Global HRM; Part IV Implementing Strategic Change; Bringing about Culture Change; Mergers and Acquisitions; Creating a Learning Culture; Conclusion; Index