Themes in Modern Human Resource Management

This assignment examines current research themes in Human Resource Management (HRM). It delves into topics such as ethical and legal contexts, industrial challenges, diversity and work-life balance, employee recruitment and selection, performance management, human resource development, motivation, rewards, and compensation. The research utilizes both primary and secondary sources, including academic textbooks and peer-reviewed journals, to identify key trends and provide a comprehensive understanding of contemporary HRM issues.

Running head: THEMES IN HRM 1
Themes in HRM
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Introduction
The Human Research Topic for this presentation is aimed at answering “What is the
current research for HRM Topic?” This research topic covers; Ethical and legal contexts of
HRM, Industrial Challenges for HRM, Diversity and Work-life Balance, Employee Recruitment
and Selection, Performance Management, Human Resource Development, Motivation, Rewards
and Compensation
Aim of this study
The aim of this study is meant to develop a critical understanding of future trends in the
Human Resource Management. The research will use both primary and secondary sources by
examining current professional and academic literature for purposes of providing a clear outlook
of the current research in Human Resource Management.
Research Methods
The research methods used will include the gathering of ideas through reviewing relevant
academic textbooks that are related to the chapters from week 4-11. The research will focus on
peer-reviewed journals to identify key themes related to current research in Human Resource
Management. After, the ideas will be used to present an engaging discussion on the topic.
Findings and results
The themes of current research for ethical and legal contexts include surveillance of
control for purposes of manipulating employee attitudes and commitment. Others include
insecurity and risk, deregulation and rhetoric and deceit. The themes for technical challenges
include geological disposal of radioactive waste, carbon capture and storage as well as flood

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embankments. Issues in diversity and work-life balance include programs, culture, personal lives
and family. Themes in analysis and design of work focused on skill deficiency and shortages
(Wright, Coff & Moliterno, 2014). Themes in employee recruitment and selection include
innovations and efficiency, customization and efficiency as well as transparency and
effectiveness. The performance management themes include Systems Model, common practices
and other related issues (Chuang, Jackson & Jiang, 2016). Themes in human resource
development include skill deficiency and technology awareness. Under motivation, rewards and
compensation issues arising include personalization, technology and flexibility.
Conclusion
Current issues in Human resource management play a significant role in regards to
appraising, rewarding and training for purposes of hiring the right personnel, ensuring there is a
low employee turnover, guarantee the best performance, encourage fair compensation and
effective conduct and elaborate training programs.

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References
Chuang, C. H., Jackson, S. E., & Jiang, Y. (2016). Can Knowledge-Intensive Teamwork be
Managed? Examining the Roles of HRM Systems, Leadership, and Tacit Knowledge.
Journal of management, 42(2), 524-554.
Wright, P. M., Coff, R., & Moliterno, T. P. (2014). Strategic Human Capital: Crossing the Great
Divide. Journal of Management, 40(2), 353-370.