Tanusree Chakraborty - Böcker

This unique volume explores the various aspects of human resources management and challenges that leaders, managers, and employees are facing in dealing with the new normal that is the result of changing workplace conditions and priorities due to the COVID-19 pandemic.With the outbreak of the pandemic and the resulting nationwide lockdowns, business across the globe came to an unexpected halt. This volume looks at the paradigm shift in the workplace ecosystem and how the world has changed in a big way. It discusses HR’s role in organizational growth strategies, employee well-being, and employee mental health during the economic downturn and offers coping strategies that aim to empower human resources through learning and resilience. This book explains strategies that will help in preserving healthy human resources, which are an important component of an organization’s effectiveness and growth. Chapters explain current trends in business and technology, the need for constant upskilling and digital dexterity, managing tech detox, and the way employees should work in the new normal.Chapters in Human Resource Management in a Post-Epidemic Global Environment: Roles, Strategies, and Implementations cover how the role of HR has changed with the pandemic; workplace communication strategies; challenges and opportunities of technology use in work-from-home scenarios; flexible work practices; effective employee retention; preserving employees’ well-being, mental health, and work-life balance; the effect on gender equity; HR challenges in the tourism sector; and much more.Organizations that adopt post-pandemic HR roles and strategies not only have the path to innovation but will also have a competitive landscape in the changing scenario. HR leadership and others at corporations and organizations—both large and small—will find this volume to be a useful resource for discussion, implementation, and innovation.

This new volume explores the new paradigm that is Industry 4.0—the application of information-intensive technologies that integrate software, hardware, and biology (cyber-physical systems) for effective manufacturing and related industries. This volume focuses specifically on leadership that can respond quickly and effectively to changing conditions in the Industry 4.0 environment. It looks at leadership skills needed during the COVID-19 pandemic, skills that can be applied to many other changing conditions as well. The authors consider the role of virtual leadership in an age of working from home; present case studies that provide valuable lessons for the agile leader; and examine the crucial role of human resources in providing agile leadership to an organization. The volume aggregates original theoretical, conceptual, and empirical research on challenges and opportunities in the context on Industry 4.0.

Attempts to eliminate or reduce gender inequality have been made by governments, international organizations, NGOs, policymakers, and private organizations. However, the evidence still shows that the gender gap exists from womb to tomb, from parental treatment to corporate leadership, and even the genders’ psychologically different identity for that matter. The question, however, arises with laws and regulations formed on gender disparity, bills becoming acts, society becoming broader in their outlook, and adopting inclusivity in terms of gender in different spheres: Are we still able to claim that we are addressing gender inequality enough? This volume explores the disparity between genders in terms of the labor market and career advancement, child-rearing practices, education, financial literacy, work-life balance, pay gaps, and economic development, to name a few areas. It focuses on the robust themes of the gender gap from a modern perspective to enhance our understanding of gender inequality in today's world.

Digital transformation of education is happening at a rapid pace, especially with the advent of the Covid-19 pandemic. Yet the transformation is not yet complete because it was implemented in a willy-nilly way. This volume examines the current status of digitalization in higher education, with emphasis on lessons to be learned for the ongoing transformation—what it bodes for the future and how we may shape the direction and scope of the change.Digitalization in Higher Education: Opportunities and Threats examines the policies of governments, higher education institution management, leadership styles to aid digitalization, the use of online teaching tools, changes in educational pedagogy, the impact of educational technology on the attitudes of students and educators to learning, and more.Topics include:opportunities in higher education that were made available by a digitalization processdigital management leadership of the HEIsgovernmental initiatives introduced in conjunction with new education policyhow digitalization makes the process of learning more efficient and effectivestudents and teachers’ acceptance of digitalizationpsychological constructs of model cognitive, behavioral, and affective effects of e-learningopen educational resources and learning management systemspositive and negative aspects of moving to an online platformmarginalization of the individual due to inadequate resourcesThe role of capitalism and neo-liberalism in the digitalization process of HEIsThis book will be of value to educators and public policy officials as it provides important updates to what is happening in the field of higher education and also make several policy recommendations that may be of interest to administrators and leaders in public policy areas.

Educational institutions have invested greatly in the introduction and development of new teaching methods in recent years, especially during and after the pandemic. Despite these new approaches, relevant questions related to learning objectives, suitable methodologies, and impact assessment remain unanswered. This book, Interdisciplinary Approaches in Managerial Education, aims to address these unanswered questions regarding best practices, laboratory methods, policies, and protocols in the areas of education and managerial training.The book covers several topics related to practical approaches to managerial education and training. It provides detailed explanations in relation to active methodologies such as problem-based learning (PBL), co-creation, team-based learning (TBL), etc. This book takes an integrated approach towards the new paradigm of management education, ensuring that both teacher and student comprehend the interdisciplinary approach between ideas and concepts across different domains of study.The book presents 16 chapters on various themes to consolidate the understanding of interdisciplinary management education. It includes chapters relating to employability, digitalization and digital technologies, and sustainability, providing not just an introduction to these factors in an interdisciplinary approach, but also a look at the future of management education due to the ever-growing requirement of interdisciplinarity. Topics include hybrid teaching tools, such as gamification in management education; role of applied mathematics in financial management education; how management education can lead to achieving sustainable development goals; the impact of ITC in managerial education during times of economic crisis; strengthening industry-academia linkages; industry demands in terms of employability skills among management students; and more.This book will enrich its readers with contemporary ideas on interdisciplinary management education and world-wide best practices. Primarily geared toward an academic audience (academics, university teachers, researchers, and post-graduate students), this book will also be of benefit to public and private institutions, educational developers, and researchers in managerial training education.

As social media continues to seamlessly integrate into our daily lives, understanding the underlying psychological principles of social media becomes paramount in navigating its complexities effectively. This volume offers a number of diverse and thought-provoking perspectives on the profound influence that social media has on our lives. Chapters explore the influence of social media on organizational culture and business ethics, on business marketing strategies, on consumer buying behavior, on workplace mental well-being, on the education system, on business recruitment, and even on stock market participation. It investigates social media usage and academic motivation in college students, generational internet addiction, biases in the financial world through social media, and more.

This new volume explores the multifaceted landscape of knowledge management, with a particular emphasis on its application in higher education. The book offers diverse perspectives, strategies, and tools to enable global institutions to succeed and remain competitive in today’s disruptive business environment. Recognizing higher education as a conduit for global knowledge acquisition, propagation, and continuous learning, the book discusses the interplay between technologies, techniques, and people, the strategic value of knowledge, the role of reward systems, and the significance of tacit knowledge, presenting diverse global perspectives and showcasing strategies that foster better knowledge retention, aiming to elevate the standards of higher education.

In an era where health encompasses not just physicality, immersive wellness has emerged as a multidimensional paradigm, encompassing the mental, emotional, technological, nutritional, organizational, and experiential aspects of well-being. The Immersive Wellness Spectrum: Trends, Technologies, and Transformations brings together an eclectic mix of interdisciplinary insights that explore the evolution and redefinition of wellness through technology, workplace dynamics, sustainability imperatives, and customized interventions.Today, wellness is not just the absence of illness, but rather environments, systems, and experiences structured to empower individuals and institutions for sustenance. Whether it is multisensory HR innovations at work, AI-monitored personalized nutrition, digital detox initiatives, emotionally intelligent education, or sustainable wellness tourism, this volume captures the contemporary narratives in which immersive technologies and human-centric values are melded together. The chapters contributed by academic scholars, industry experts, and wellness practitioners from around the world, areas of discussion include corporate sustainability, mental health, immersive marketing, supply chain innovation, and reform in higher education. In each domain, a chapter presents the transformative force of immersive wellness through conceptual frameworks, case studies, empirical findings, and directions for the future.The Advances in Digital Technology and Data-Driven Business Practices series aims to shed light on the rapid developments, significance, benefits, and practical applications of evolving digital technologies and data-driven decision-making practices in businesses.

The rapid rise of immersive wellness experiences has revolutionized the way individuals approach their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. From spa retreats to virtual reality meditations, these experiences offer unique opportunities to deeply enhance one's sense of self and connection to the world. As more people seek comprehensive wellness solutions, the demand for well-researched and practical guidance in this area has grown significantly.The research explores integrational prospects of immersive wellness experiences across various domains, emphasizing the potential for transformative impact on physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It explores how immersive wellness can be incorporated into different sectors such as healthcare, hospitality, technology, and tourism. By examining principles of designing immersive spaces, integrating advanced technologies, and ensuring inclusivity and accessibility, the chapters provide a roadmap for professionals to create effective and engaging wellness experiences. Furthermore, it addresses ethical considerations and sustainable practices, ensuring that these immersive experiences contribute positively to both individuals and the environment. Through a blend of theoretical insights and practical guidance, the book aims to inspire innovative approaches and future trends in the field of immersive wellness.The Advances in Digital Technology and Data-Driven Business Practices series aims to shed light on the rapid developments, significance, benefits, and practical applications of evolving digital technologies and data-driven decision-making practices in businesses.