This book presents a clear statement of personnel management philosophy, supported by extensive evidence of current practice. Preface, Introduction, The Nature of Personnel Management, Organization Strategy, Human Resource Strategy, Organization, Strategic Aspects of Organization, Planning: Jobs and People, Structure and Culture, Organizational Communication and Systems, Information, Interactive Skill: Presentation, Resourcing, Strategic Aspects of Resourcing, Contracts of Employment and Contractors and Consultants, Recruitment, Selection: Methods and Decisions, Ending the Employment Contract, Interactive Skill: Selection Interviewing, Performance, Strategic Aspects of Performance, Organizational Performance, Team Performance, Managing Diversity, Interactive Skill: Performance Appraisal, Development, Strategic Aspects of Development, Managing Development, Career Development, Interactive Skill: Teaching, Involvement, Trade Union Recognition and Consultation, Health and Safety and Welfare, Grievance and Discipline, Pay, Job Evaluation, Pensions and Sick Pay, Finale, The International Dimension, Index.