Applied Psychology in Talent Management

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Applied Psychology in Talent Management, world-renowned authors Wayne F. Cascio and Herman Aguinis provide the most comprehensive, future-oriented overview of psychological theories and how they impact people decisions in today’s ever-changing workplace. Taking a rigorous, evidence-based approach, the new Eighth Edition includes more than 1,000 new citations from over 20 top-tier journal articles. The authors uniquely emphasize the latest developments in the field―all in the context of historical perspectives. Integrated coverage of technology, strategy, globalization, and social responsibility throughout the text provides students with a holistic view of the field and equips them with the practical tools necessary to create productive, enjoyable work environments.

Review

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Applied Psychology in Talent Management contains a great breadth of really solid coverage of fundamental concepts and great examples.” — Frank Igou

“This book has always been the most substantive coverage of applied psychology on the market.” — John F. Binning

“I think the book’s biggest strength is its comprehensive integration and review of HR processes, psychological theory, and applied examples. It is a great resource for both individuals new to the field and individuals interested in refreshing on topics they have studied for years. This text is a reliable source of information, in that researchers and practitioners alike feel secure in turning to this source for detailed information on a number of topics. It is a good multipurpose resource that holds up well over time.” — Rebecca J. Thompson

“Cascio and Aguinis’s text is the gold standard for applied psychology in HRM and industrial psychology. It provides extensive research support and covers topics with a detailed empirical analysis unparalleled in rival texts. It is a MUST-read for graduate students in I/O psychology.” — Brian W. Schrader

“Theory based but practical, this book provides a useful resource for researchers and practitioners alike with concrete examples and illustrations.” — Margaret Beier

“An excellent introduction to personnel psychology that follows the principles of the scientist-practitioner model well.” — Joseph J. Mazzola

“The book is very detail oriented and includes relevant research findings to corroborate key HRM concepts. I especially like the use of headings and bullet points in each chapter. Thus the organization of the chapter becomes clearer and easily understandable.” — Neelam Rattan

About the Author

Wayne F. Cascio is a Distinguished University Professor at the University of Colorado, and he holds the Robert H. Reynolds Chair in Global Leadership at the University of Colorado, Denver. He has served as president of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (1992–1993), chair of the SHRM Foundation (2007), the HR Division of the Academy of Management (1984), and member of the Academy of Management’s Board of Governors (2003–2006). Currently, he serves as an editor of the Journal of International Business Studies (JIBS). In 2016 the World Federation of People Management Associations awarded him its Lifetime Achievement Award. From 2011 to 2013 he served as chair of the U.S. Technical Advisory Group that is developing international HR standards, and he represented the United States to the International Organization for Standards. Since 2013 he has served as chair of the SHRM Certification Commission.

Herman Aguinis is the Avram Tucker Distinguished Scholar and Professor of Management in the George Washington University School of Business. He has been a visiting scholar at universities in the People’s Republic of China (Beijing and Hong Kong), Malaysia, Singapore,Argentina, France, Spain, Puerto Rico, Australia, and South Africa. His research, teaching, and consulting address the acquisition and deployment of talent in organizations and organizational research methods. His life and professional agenda is to hav