Human Resource Management- Vantage Learning Platform

People, Data, and Analytics

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• An emphasis on data analytics permeates the text and exercises. 
  • Spotlight on People Analytics spotlights real-world examples of how companies have collected and analyzed HR data to inform decision making. 
  • A unique Data Management and HRIS Chapter explores the pivotal role of data along with the challenges and opportunities of managing data.
  • Data Analytics Exercises and Excel Extensions offer hands-on opportunities for students to practice using data in Microsoft Excel to make decisions. 
• Case Studies and HR in Action boxes highlight real organizations using innovative HR practices. Examples include Costco, Mars Inc., Igloo, Mercy Corps, and PwC.
• Spotlight on HR for Small and Medium businesses shows how HR acts as a powerful tool for startups and small businesses where the majority of the working population is engaged.
• Spotlight on Ethics provides examples of both ethical and unethical situations and best practices for dealing with ethical challenges. 
• Spotlight on Legal Issues explores the different ways HRM is influenced by law and how legal issues will continue to shape the HRM landscape.
• Spotlight on Global Issues provide glimpses into HRM from an international perspective and the impact of globalization on the way that work is done.
• Inside HR original videos interview real-world professionals demonstrating how they use HR concepts in their day-to-day. Each video is tied to assessment questions.
• SHRM and TEDTalk videos illustrate human resource management concepts using a variety of relatable scenarios and challenge students to apply and analyze these workplace situations.