(Ebook) Personnel economics in practice by Lazear, Edward P ISBN 9780471675921, 047167592X

(Ebook) Personnel economics in practice by Lazear, Edward P ISBN 9780471675921, 047167592X

"Personnel Economics" is a textbook that deals with the economic analysis of labor markets and human resource management. It is written by Edward P. Lazear and Michael Gibbs and is a comprehensive guide for students, researchers, and practitioners in the field of human resources who wish to understand the analytical tools used in the industry.The book is organized into five parts. The first part deals with the basic concepts of personnel economics, such as labor supply and demand, wage determination, human capital, and productivity. The second part explores the impact of market imperfections on personnel economics. This includes topics such as employment discrimination, incentives, and contracts.The third part of the book focuses on personnel economics in firms, covering topics such as hiring, training, compensation, performance evaluation, and promotion policies. The fourth section explores personnel economics in the public sector, including government policies and regulations affecting labor markets, public sector unions, and productivity.Finally, the fifth part of the book deals with international personnel economics, including issues related to globalization, immigration, and labor mobility.Overall, "Personnel Economics" provides a comprehensive overview of the field of personnel economics, covering both theoretical and practical issues. It is an essential guide for students, researchers, and practitioners in the field of human resources who wish to understand the analytical tools used in the industry and apply them to real-world problems.