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11: Industry Discipline - Human Resources

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    11018
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    This chapter was written by Susan Roe. Chapter thumbnail photo by Hannah Busing on Unsplash. Graphics by Alanna Clunen.

    LEARNING OBJECTIVES

    At the end of this section, students will be able to:

    • Describe the origins and evolution of the human resource role in businesses
    • Summarize key operational processes and basic management functions in human resource departments
    • Describe career opportunities within the human resources discipline in the hospitality industry
    • Suggest tactics human resources departments can utilize to be sustainable and positively impact the planet
    • Reflect on strategies human resources departments can implement to positively impact diversity and inclusion within the industry


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