Chapter 3

Human Resources

Integrated, innovative human resource practices are essential in creating a corporate culture that ensures sustainability is valued and maintained at all levels of the organization. Such practices have the ability to generate a significant social, environmental, and economic impact. To achieve a competitive advantage in business, it is imperative for organizations to place high priority on their internal human capital. Chapter 3 examines human resource issues in recruitment and selection, training and development, performance appraisal and feedback, pay and benefits, and labor relations.

Recruitment and Selection

The sustainable organization will be a community employer whenever possible. Recruitment and selection ...

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