The Strategic Role of Human Resource Management Key Terms

Management Process The five basic functions of management are: planning,
organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling.
Human Resource The staffing functions of the management process. Or, the policies
Management and practices needed to carry out the "people" or human resource
aspects of a management position, including recruiting, screening,
training, rewarding, and appraising.
Authority The right to make decisions, to direct the work of others, and to
give orders.
Line Manager Authorized to direct the work of subordinates-they're always
someone's boss. In addition, line managers are in charge of
accomplishing the organization's basic goals.
Staff Manager Assist and advise line managers in accomplishing the basic goals. HR
managers are generally staff managers.
Line Authority The authority to direct the activities of the people in his or her own
department.
Implied Authority The authority exerted by virtue of others' knowledge that he or
she has access to top management.