INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY

Chapter III Handout

(The Field of Human Resources Management)

Human Resources Management one of the functions of management concerned

With promoting work effectiveness

Management Function includes basic functions in general management

 Planning determining a mode of action based upon full

understanding of factors involved, and directed at
specific objectives

 Organizing arrangement of relationships between the jobs

for smooth operation

 Directing putting plans into action

 Coordinating getting together different entities to work harmoniously

 Controlling follow-up to see if the functions are properly carried out

Operative Functions covers the daily activities of the business

 Procurement Recruitment, Selection, and Hiring of new employees

 Placement Find out where the abilities of employees are best used

 Training orientation of new employees, skills and attitude updates

 Motivating finding means to inspire employees

 Compensating setting up competitive salary scales and benefit

programs to attract and retain employees

Chapter IV Handout
(The Personnel Program)

Personnel Program defines the objective, policies, and procedures how to

carry out the policy

Goals of the Employer Goals of the Employee

 Freedom to run his business  Fair wages
 Return of investments  Benefits and services
 Increase company income  Job security
 Maintain good relations with employees and  Good working environment
customers  Good supervisor
 Opportunity to grow in the company

Policy a general plan of action that serves as a guide in the

operation of a company

Procedures specific guides to be followed to implement a policy

Reference:
Sison, Perfecto, Personnel and Human Resources Management, Rex Book Store,
Mandaluyong, Metro Manila, 1991