This essay explains the purpose and scope of Human Resource Management (HRM) in terms of resourcing an organisation with talent and skills appropriate to fulfil business objectives. It covers the functions and activities of HRM with examples from Kingfisher Airlines. It also discusses the 'Best Fit' and 'Best Practice' approaches, the hard and soft models of HRM, workforce planning, PESTEL analysis, internal labour market, analysing turnover, legal and regulatory frameworks, recruitment sources, and selection criteria.