This document provides an introduction to human resource management. It begins with opening quotes about fulfilling employee wishes, hiring employees who smile, and spending on training. It then asks questions about what human resource management is and the difference between HRM and personnel management. The document outlines the aims of understanding the role of HR, factors influencing HRM, and differentiating between HRM and personnel management. It discusses various aspects of HRM like definitions, models, functions, and challenges. It also covers topics like human resource planning, organizational structure and how it relates to HRM, and the role of the human resources department.