Strategic Learning and Leading Change: How Global Organizations are Reinventing HR (New Frontiers in Learning)

Strategic Learning and Leading Change is a practical, inspiring read that challenges business commentators who have doubted the power of HR and presents examples of how HR leaders are leading change to truly earn their seats as business partners at the strategy table. Using real-life examples that take in the intricacies of performance management, talent management and leadership development, the book shows business leaders how to improve strategy execution and interact with the board. Structured in three parts, the book covers: * The globalization of business and its impact on strategy, structure, operating processes and culture * Global team-based organization and change leadership, using the in-depth case study of APC, a company that reinvented the Pharma business model * The reinvention and changing role of HR in today's global organizations Written for senior business leaders, HR leaders and managers who are working in or planning to enter a global business environment, Strategic Learning and Leading Change is also ideal for management consultants who advise business and HR leaders on leveraging learning and change with an emphasis on improving strategy execution. It is also a perfect real-world text for students on human resources courses and business MBAs who aspire to drive success in aВ global business and HR setting. . Shows business leaders how to improve strategy execution by increasing capabilityВ and effectiveness in strategy formulation, communication, goal alignment and innovation . Examines the role of HR as a business partner and the interaction with the board . Practical case studies incorporating performance management, talent management and leadership development "Strategic Learning and Leading Change is a practical, inspiring read that challenges business commentators who have doubted the power of HR and presents examples of how HR leaders are leading change to truly earn their seats as business partners at the strategy table. Using real-life examples that take in the intricacies of performance management, talent management and leadership development, the book shows business leaders how to improve strategy execution and interact with the board." "Written for senior business leaders, HR leaders and managers who are working in or planning to enter a global business environment. Strategic Learning and Leading Change is also ideal for management consultants who advise business and HR leaders on leveraging learning and change with an emphasis on improving strategy execution."--Jacket "Structured in 3 parts, Part 1 discusses the globalization of businesses and its impact on their strategy, structure, operating processes, and culture. Part 2 take an in-depth look at APC, a European based Pharma company committed to building a global team based organization, and how they reinvented the Pharma business model. Part III shows how global companies are reinventing Human Resources and examines the role of the HR function in today's global organizations. Some business commentators and business leaders have expressed little confidence in HR living up to everyone's expectations. The author presents several examples of companies that are earning the respect of the CEO's team and earning their seat as business partners at the strategy table"--Resource description page Structured in 3 parts, this title discusses the globalization of businesses and its impact on their strategy, structure, operating processes, and culture. It also shows how global companies are reinventing Human Resources and examines the role of the HR function in todays global organizations