Human Resource Management (HRM): A Comprehensive Textbook – For UGC-NET/JRF, BBA, MBA, and Competitive Examinations Including Public Service Commission Tests

Description

This book on Human Resource Management has been specially designed as a comprehensive textbook for MBA and BBA students of universities and management institutions in India as well as abroad. The book presents fundamental and advanced concepts of Human Resource Management in a simple, systematic, and student-friendly manner. It covers major areas such as recruitment and selection, training and development, performance appraisal, compensation management, industrial relations and other functions of HRM.

The book has been prepared in accordance with the latest MBA syllabus and curriculum frameworks followed by various universities and business schools. Special emphasis has been given to conceptual clarity, practical applications, case studies, contemporary HR practices, and Indian organizational examples to help students develop both academic understanding and managerial skills.

In addition, the book comprehensively covers important topics relevant for competitive examinations such as UGC-NET, NTA-NET, SET, and other management-related examinations. The inclusion of objective-oriented concepts, theoretical frameworks, models, and updated HR practices makes the book equally useful for researchers, academicians, aspirants of higher education entrance examinations, and professionals interested in the field of Human Resource Management.

Overall, the book aims to serve as a valuable academic resource that bridges theoretical knowledge with practical managerial applications in the rapidly evolving world of human resources.

About The Author

Prof. (Dr.) Sapna Sugandha is a distinguished academician, researcher, and administrator, currently serving as Professor and Head, Department of Management Sciences at Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Bihar. She also holds several key administrative and leadership positions, including Chief Vigilance Officer, Chairperson of the Gender Sensitization Cell, Member of the Internal Complaints Committee, and Chairperson of the Corporate Social Responsibility Cell, actively contributing to institutional governance and development.

She brings with her extensive professional experience as an HR professional in Government of India organizations, complemented by a strong academic background in teaching and research. Her areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence in HR, E-Leadership, E-Performance Appraisal, competency mapping, and assessment centres.

Prof. Sugandha has made significant scholarly contributions through numerous publications in reputed national and international journals. She has successfully undertaken multiple research assignments focusing on HR practices in industry, particularly in competency development and organizational effectiveness. She is an active member of prestigious professional bodies such as ISTD (Indian Society for Training & Development) and IAA, among others.
Her academic excellence and research contributions have been recognized with several accolades, including the Young Researcher Award, Research Excellence Award, and other honors. She also holds patents in management-related innovations, reflecting her commitment to applied research and innovation.

An accomplished speaker and academic contributor, she has served as a resource person in various industry and academic forums and has presented 100+ research papers at national and international conferences. Additionally, she has authored and published several books in the areas of Green Marketing, Human Resource Management, and Management Information Systems (MIS).