Research and Knowledge at Work

This fascinating and controversial text makes sense of the complexities of research in the workplace and how 'working' knowledge is constructed. Featuring experts from Britain Japan North America and Australia it is an outstanding contribution to the literature of Human Resource Management (HRM). It's interdisciplinary approach addresses key issues and debates such as:* the influences of new technology language power culture and gender upon the 'construction' of knowledge* the impact of globalization* working knowledge into the 21st century* practice and performance implications.It's outlook geared towards the 21st century makes it essential reading for researchers teachers and students within HRM policy-makers and all those concerned with professional development.