GLOBAL HR MANAGEMENT

By Dr. Madhu Thakur

Dr. N.VANAJA

Dr Kirti Agarwal

Reena Chopra

Prof. Jamakhandi Hayavadana

PAPER BACK ISBN : 978-81-982406-4-4

E-ISBN : 978-81-982406-7-5

DATE : 2025

PAGES : 1-233

EDITIONS : 01

LANGUAGE : English

DOI : https://doi.org/10.52458/9788198240675.nsp.2025.tb

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The swiftly changing dynamics of globalization have transformed the function and extent of Human Resource Management (HRM), introducing both extraordinary problems and significant opportunities. As firms grow internationally, Global HR Management has become essential, encompassing the intricacies of cultural diversity, international rules, and the evolving characteristics of the global workforce. This book, Global HR Management, seeks to connect theoretical frameworks with practical applications, providing insights that enable HR managers to effectively manage personnel in a globalized context.

This book functions as a thorough resource for students, scholars, and professionals seeking to comprehend the concepts, techniques, and developing trends in global human resource management. It encompasses essential aspects of cultural factors, workforce planning, talent acquisition, expatriation, and legal and ethical considerations, offering a comprehensive view on the management of human capital across international borders.

The chapters are organized to lead readers through the fundamental principles of global HRM, subsequently examining comparative HR practices in both developed and emerging nations, the management of cultural diversity, and the impact of technology on the evolution of HR processes. Every part highlights practical relevance, utilizing case studies, research, and examples from global corporations.

As organizations increasingly depend on diverse, globally distributed teams, the capacity to manage cross-cultural communication and disputes has emerged as a crucial factor for success. This book focuses extensively on solutions for managing cultural diversity, expatriate assignments, and the integration of global training and development initiatives. The book examines modern concerns, including the alignment of HRM strategies with global corporate goals, the navigation of legal and ethical issues, and the promotion of diversity in multinational staffing. These conversations are contextualized within sustainability and innovation, mirroring the significant transformations influencing the future of global workplaces.

In a world characterized by perpetual change, Global HR Management functions as a guide for HR professionals to navigate enterprises towards agility, resilience, and inclusivity. This book aims to provide readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to tackle global HR concerns, hence fostering the emergence of visionary leaders capable of propelling organizational success in an interconnected world. This book aims to offer significant awareness and inspire readers to engage in critical and creative thinking regarding the changing domain of global HR management.

 

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CHAPTER:01

INTRODUCTION TO GLOBAL HR MANAGEMENT

1-15

 

  • INTRODUCTION

2

 

  • DEFINITION OF GLOBAL HRM

3

 

  • FEATURES OF GLOBAL HRM

4

 

  • SCOPE OF GLOBAL HRM

7

 

  • STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE OF GLOBAL HRM

9

 

  • CHALLENGES IN GLOBAL HRM

11

 

  • OPPORTUNITIES IN GLOBAL HRM

13

CHAPTER:02

EVOLUTION AND TRENDS IN GLOBAL HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (GLOBAL HRM)

16-63

 

  • INTRODUCTION

17

 

  • EVOLUTION OF GLOBAL HRM
  • Pre-Industrial Revolution: Workforce Management in the Pre-Modern Era
  • Focus on Local Workforce Management
  • Small-Scale Operations
  • Characteristics of Workforce Management
  • Cultural and Social Context Influencing Workforce Management
  • Economic Landscape and Workforce Dynamics
  • Limitations of Workforce Management
  • Transitionary Role toward the Industrial Revolution
  • Impact on Modern HRM
  • Lessons for Modern HRM

 

  • Industrial Revolution (18th–19th Century): The Transformation of Workforce Management
  • Emergence of Organized Workforce
  • Rise of Labor Laws
  • Labor Movements
  • Technological and Economic Impact on Workforce Management
  • Cultural and Social Dynamics
  • Legacy of the Industrial Revolution on Modern HRM
  • Post-World War II (1945–1960s)
  • 1970s–1980s
  • 1990s
  • 21st Century

17

 

  • TRENDS IN GLOBAL HRM
  • Digital Transformation in HR
  • Focus on Employee Experience
  • Emphasis on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
  • Sustainability in HR
  • Agile Workforce Management
  • Global Talent Mobility
  • Ethical HR Practices
  • Crisis Management in HR

48

CHAPTER:03

COMPARATIVE HRM: DEVELOPED VS. EMERGING ECONOMIES

63-75

 

  • INTRODUCTION

64

 

  • DEFINING DEVELOPED AND EMERGING ECONOMIES
  • Developed Economies
  • Emerging Economies

65

 

  • HRM PRACTICES IN DEVELOPED ECONOMIES

67

 

  • HRM PRACTICES IN EMERGING ECONOMIES

68

 

  • DIFFERENCES BETWEEN DEVELOPED AND EMERGING ECONOMIES – A SNAPSHOT

69

 

  • EMERGING TRENDS IN HRM ACROSS DEVELOPED AND EMERGING ECONOMIES
  • Technology Integration
  • Global Talent Mobility
  • Sustainability in HR
  • Workforce Flexibility

71

 

  • CHALLENGES IN COMPARATIVE HRM

73

CHAPTER:04

CULTURAL DIMENSIONS IN GLOBAL HRM

76-95

 

  • INTRODUCTION

77

 

  • HOFSTEDE’S CULTURAL DIMENSIONS THEORY
  • The Six Dimensions
  • Power Distance Index (PDI)
  • Individualism vs. Collectivism (IDV)
  • Masculinity vs. Femininity (MAS)
  • Uncertainty Avoidance Index (UAI)
  • Long-Term vs. Short-Term Orientation (LTO)
  • Indulgence vs. Restraint (IVR)

78

 

  • TROMPENAARS’ SEVEN DIMENSIONS OF CULTURE
  • The Seven Dimensions of Culture
  • Universalism vs. Particularism
  • Individualism vs. Communitarianism
  • Neutral vs. Affective
  • Specific vs. Diffuse
  • Achievement vs. Ascription
  • Time Orientation (Sequential vs. Synchronic)
  • Internal vs. External Control

85

 

  • SNAPSHOT- COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS: HOFSTEDE VS. TROMPENAARS

92

 

  • IMPLICATIONS FOR GLOBAL HRM

93

CHAPTER:05

MANAGING CULTURAL DIVERSITY:  CROSS-CULTURAL COMMUNICATION AND CONFLICT MANAGEMENT

96-117

 

  • INTRODUCTION

97

 

  • UNDERSTANDING CULTURAL DIVERSITY
  • Definition of Cultural Diversity
  • Importance of Cultural Diversity in the Workplace
  • Challenges of Cultural Diversity

98

 

  • CROSS-CULTURAL COMMUNICATION
  • Definition
  • Barriers to Cross-Cultural Communication
  • Strategies for Effective Cross-Cultural Communication
  • The Role of Non-Verbal Communication

102

 

  • CONFLICT MANAGEMENT IN CROSS-CULTURAL CONTEXTS
  • Definition
  • Types of Cross-Cultural Conflicts
  • Causes of Cross-Cultural Conflicts
  • Conflict Management Styles in Cross-Cultural Settings
  • Strategies for Managing Cross-Cultural Conflicts

107

 

  • BEST PRACTICES FOR ORGANIZATIONS

115

CHAPTER:06

INTERNATIONAL WORKFORCE PLANNING AND EMPLOYMENT (IWPE):

GLOBAL TALENT ACQUISITION STRATEGIES

118-136

 

  • INTRODUCTION

119

 

  • UNDERSTANDING INTERNATIONAL WORKFORCE PLANNING AND EMPLOYMENT
  • Definition of IWPE
  • Importance of Integrated Workforce Planning and Execution (IWPE)
  • Objectives of Integrated Workforce Planning and Execution (IWPE)

119

 

  • COMPONENTS OF INTERNATIONAL WORKFORCE PLANNING
  • Forecasting Workforce Needs
  • Identifying Strategic Roles
  • Workforce Segmentation
  • Talent Analytics

122

 

  • CHALLENGES IN INTERNATIONAL WORKFORCE PLANNING AND EMPLOYMENT
  • Regulatory and Legal Barriers
  • Cultural and Language Differences
  • Talent Scarcity and Competition
  • Cost and Resource Management

126

 

  • GLOBAL TALENT ACQUISITION STRATEGIES
  • Building a Global Talent Pipeline
  • Employer Branding
  • Recruitment Channel
  • Technology in Talent Acquisition

128

 

  • ENHANCING CROSS-BORDER COLLABORATION

132

 

  • FUTURE TRENDS IN INTERNATIONAL WORKFORCE PLANNING AND EMPLOYMENT

134

CHAPTER:07

RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION FOR INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS

137-157

 

  • INTRODUCTION

138

 

  • THE IMPORTANCE OF RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION FOR INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS
  • Strategic Importance
  • Impact on Organizational Performance
  • Objectives of Recruitment and Selection for International Assignments

138

 

  • CHALLENGES IN RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION FOR INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS

141

 

  • THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS FOR INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS
  • Identifying Talent Needs
  • Sourcing Candidates
  • Employer Branding
  • Recruitment Channels

143

 

  • THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS

147

 

  • MANAGING DIVERSITY IN INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION

149

 

  • RETAINING TALENT IN INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS
  • Onboarding and Orientation
  • Continuous Engagement
  • Avoiding Expatriate Failure

151

 

  • FUTURE TRENDS IN RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION FOR INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS

155

CHAPTER:08

EXPATRIATION AND REPATRIATION PROCESSES

158-175

 

  • INTRODUCTION

159

 

  • UNDERSTANDING EXPATRIATION AND REPATRIATION
  • Definition of Expatriation
  • Types of Expatriates
  • Definition of Repatriation
  • Goals of of Repatriation
  • Strategic Importance

159

 

  • THE EXPATRIATION PROCESS

163

 

  • THE REPATRIATION PROCESS

166

 

  • BEST PRACTICES FOR MANAGING EXPATRIATION AND REPATRIATION

169

 

  • FUTURE TRENDS IN EXPATRIATION AND REPATRIATION
  • Virtual Expatriation
  • AI and Data-Driven Decisions
  • Sustainability in Expatriation

171

CHAPTER:09

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT FOR GLOBAL OPERATIONS

174-196

 

  • INTRODUCTION

175

 

  • IMPORTANCE OF TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT IN GLOBAL OPERATIONS

175

 

  • CORE ELEMENTS OF TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT FOR GLOBAL OPERATIONS
  • Needs Assessment
  • Gap Analysis
  • Cultural Assessment
  • Implementation Strategies for Needs Assessment
  • Curriculum Design
  • Modular Programs
  • Advantages of Modular Design
  • Global-Local Balance
  • Role-Based Training
  • Implementation Strategies
  • Delivery Methods
  • Blended Learning
  • Immersive Learning
  • Evaluation and Feedback
  • Assessment Frameworks
  • Continuous Feedback Mechanisms

177

 

  • BEST PRACTICES IN TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT FOR GLOBAL OPERATIONS

192

 

  • CHALLENGES IN TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT FOR GLOBAL OPERATIONS

193

 

  • ROLE OF TECHNOLOGY IN GLOBAL TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

194

 

  • FUTURE TRENDS IN GLOBAL TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

195

CHAPTER:10

LEGAL AND ETHICAL ISSUES IN GLOBAL STAFFING

197-214

 

  • INTRODUCTION

198

 

  • LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS IN GLOBAL STAFFING
  • Employment Laws and Regulations
  • Global Trends in Employment Laws
  • Best Practices for Employers
  • Immigration and Work Authorization
  • Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities
  • Data Privacy and Protection
  • Health and Safety Regulations

198

 

  • ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN GLOBAL STAFFING

211

 

  • STRATEGIES FOR NAVIGATING LEGAL AND ETHICAL CHALLENGES

212

 

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SUGGESTED READINGS & REFERENCES

 

Dr. Madhu Thakur

Dr. Madhu Thakur is an accomplished academician with a Ph.D. in Human Resource Management from Barkatullah Vishwavidyalaya, awarded in 2017. She holds an MBA in Human Resources from Guru Ghasidas University, Bilaspur. With over seven years of experience in academia, Dr. Thakur has made significant contributions to the field of HR through both her research and teaching. Her scholarly work includes numerous publications in renowned national and international journals, and she has also been granted a patent for her innovative research. Dr. Thakur’s research interests primarily focus on advancing the field of Human Resources. Her work has earned recognition for its relevance and impact in shaping contemporary HR practices.As a dedicated academic, Dr. Thakur is committed to fostering the next generation of HR professionals and advancing the discipline through her continued research and thought leadership.

Dr.N.VANAJA

Dr.N.VANAJA is a dynamic academician, who has a rich experience of over 25  years as Head of the Department of Business Administration in Asan Memorial College of Arts and Science , Chennai. She is student-centric and infuses a growth mind set and makes the education process more meaningful.  She has authored 4 text books and published research articles in various reputed international and national journals. She has received many awards and accolades from distinguished organizations.

Dr. Kirti Agarwal

Dr. Kirti Agarwal, Professor and Director at ITERC College of Management, Delhi NCR since 2013, holds a Ph.D. in Commerce from Jiwaji University, Gwalior, along with PGDFM, Executive MBA, and LLB qualifications. With over 21 years of academic experience, she has published 50+ research papers and supervised 22 research scholars globally. A recipient of multiple awards, including the Vishisht Siksha Samman Award 2019, she has authored 13 books for distance learning programs. Dr. Kirti also serves as a reviewer for Inderscience Journals.  

Reena Chopra

Reena Chopra, Assistant Professor, T John College, Bangalore, MBA, MFM, M. Phil, (Ph. D), Her mission is to educate students for overall development with employability skills. She is an ICF-certified trainer and Coach who provides HR professional training programs apart from teaching HR domain subjects in college and providing corporate training on soft skills. She helps people to unleash their potential with her life coach skills. She has a total of 18+ Years of experience in teaching, training, and the corporate sector. She has written a book on Balanced Life “Walk on a tight rope” and many anthologies. She has presented and published many research papers in various journals regarding HR strategies and work-life balance. She has guided and Mentored many UG and PG students for their University and SIP projects. She has Judged and conducted many cultural shows and has been a Guest speaker for many international webinars for students and the Faculty Development Program.

Prof. Jamakhandi Hayavadana

Prof. Jamakhandi Hayavadana graduated with a B.Tech in Textile Technology from Bangalore University in 1985, an M.Tech from PSG College of Technology, and a PhD from Anna University in 1998. He also holds an MBA from the University of Madras. With 38 years of academic and industrial experience, he has published numerous papers in national and international journals and holds two patents. His research focuses on mechanization of handloom, textile testing, and Lean Six Sigma applications. During his 28 years at Osmania University, he served as Professor and Head, guiding numerous Ph.D scholars and graduating 26 UG and 6 PG batches.