Authoritatively and expertly written, the new seventh edition of Bratton and Gold's Human Resource Management builds upon the enduring strengths of this renowned book. Thoroughly updated, topical and accessible, this textbook explores the theory and practice of human resource management and will encourage your students to reflect critically on the realities of the ever-changing world of work.

The new edition truly captures the zeitgeist of contemporary human resource management. With coverage of the Covid-19 pandemic in relation to business ethics, physical and mental wellbeing, inequality and the rise of the gig-economy and precarious work, students will feel connected to the complex issues that face workers, organisations and wider society. This edition also includes expanded coverage on the ever-palpable effects of globalization and technological change and explores the importance of sustainable practice. Students will gain critical insight into the realities of contemporary HRM, engaging with the various debates and tensions inherent in the employment relationship and understanding the myriad of different theories underpinning human resource management.

New to this edition:
- New 'Ethical Insight' boxes explore areas of current ethical concern in trends and practice
- New 'Digital Spotlight' boxes explore innovations in technology, analytics and AI and the impact on workers and organisations
- Topical coverage on job design and the rise of the gig economy and precarious work
- A critical discussion of the core themes and debates around human resource management in the post-Covid-19 era, including mental health and wellbeing.
- A rich companion website packed with extra resources, including video interviews with HR professionals, work-related films, bonus case studies, links to employment law, and vocab checklists for ESL students make this an ideal text for online or blended learning.

Peter Hartley is Higher Education Consultant, and Visiting Professor at Edge Hill University, UK, following previous roles as Professor of Education Development at Bradford University, UK and Professor of Communication at Sheffield Hallam University, UK. National Teaching Fellow since 2000, he has promoted technology in education, and developed award-winning software. Alongside educational innovation such as new learning spaces and programme assessment, his longstanding interests in human interaction has produced several popular textbooks: Interpersonal Communication, Group Communication, and most recently a second edition of Business Communication in 2015

Mark Dawson is a 6th Form tutor at King Richard School in Cyprus with a focus on preparing pupils aged 16-18 for their post-secondary options. A qualified Secondary Geography Teacher, he has also previously worked as a Vocational Assessor in Germany and Cyprus, working with young adults to develop their employability/careers prospects and as a Skills Advisor at the University of Bradford, UK supporting students with their academic and interpersonal skill development. He has a MSc in Psychology and holds a PGCHE in addition to his PGCE.

Sue Beckingham is a National Teaching Fellow, Principal Lecturer in Business Information Systems and Technology and an Educational Developer at Sheffield Hallam University, UK with a lead role in Learning Teaching and Assessment. She is also a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, a Fellow of the Staff and Educational Developers Association and a Certified Member of ALT. Her research interests include social media for learning and digital identity, and the use of technology to enhance learning and teaching; she has published and presented this work nationally and internationally as an invited keynote speaker.