PRINCIPLES

OF HUMAN
RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT
 HUMAN RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT (HRM)
An Introduction
 What is HRM?
According to Wendell F. French…

“ the human resource

management refers to the
philosophy, policies, procedures,
& practice related to the
management of people within an
organization.”
 What is HRM?
According to Stephen Robbins…

“HRM is a process consisting of

the acquisition, development,
motivation & maintenance of
human resources.”
 Objectives of HRM
SOCIETAL

• To manage human resources in an

ethical & socially responsible manner.
• To ensure compliance with legal &
ethical standards.
 Objectives of HRM
ORGANIZATIONAL

• To focus on achieving the goals of

the organization.

• To recognize its role in bringing about

organizational effectiveness.
 Objectives of HRM
FUNCTIONAL

• To maintain the HRM departments

contribution at a level appropriate to
the organization's needs.
• To employ the skills & abilities of the
workforce efficiently.

• To provide the organization with well

trained & well motivated employees.
 Objectives of HRM
PERSONAL

• To increase employees job satisfaction to

the fullest extent.
• To meet the self actualization needs of the
employees.
• To assist the employees in achieving their
personal goals.
• To develop & maintain a quality of work
life.
Importance of HRM
Attract and retain talents

Train people for challenging roles

Develop skills and competencies

Promote team spirit

Develop loyalty and commitment

Importance of HRM
Increase productivity and profits

Improve job satisfaction

Enhance standard of living

Generate employment opportunities

Thank you very much!