Introduction

Introduction to Human Resource Management is the first open-source textbook used at the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay.  The purpose of this open-source textbook is to provide students with a basic understanding of Human Resource Management (HRM) with a fresh perspective. This textbook will help provide students with the necessary skills, terminology and knowledge to be successful practitioners regardless of position or department. Beginning with the purpose of HRM, to the functions of HRM, to providing the organization with high performance, this textbook will supplement the basic knowledge to success.

Utilizing Online Education Resources (OERs) helps to provide a deeper and inclusive experience. You can expect this textbook to cut through the jargon and over-technical language, and move straight onto practical examples in a clear cut way.