The objective of this course is to introduce students to the academic literature in the field of human resource management (HRM). The course covers various topics including the historical development of HRM as a scientific field, job analysis, staffing, performance appraisal, compensation, training and development, employee stress and health, employment and industrial relations. Current issues such as the scientist-practitioner gap, strategic HRM and high commitment workplaces are also discussed. The course is designed as three modules. The first module takes a broad view and examines models and research of HR functions and their relationship with organizational strategy and performance. The second module critically reviews reviews the research on specific HR functions. The third and final module of the course deals with research on employee well-being and industrial relations.