Understanding the Evolution of HRM in China

Antai professor Lu Lin illustrate the evolution of Human Resource Management (HRM) in China, using the case of Haier.

Applicants: 23
Free

Time commitment:

20min

Pace:

Self-paced

Language:

English

Level:

Introductory

Topic (s):

HR Management

About this course

China's Haier Group has gone from near bankruptcy to a leading multinational brand, owner of GE Appliances, developing beyond manufacturing into entrepreneur/intrapreneurship. Prof Lu analyzes the company from cultural as well as strategic perspectives, focusing on the HRM logic supporting Haier's ecosystem. She reviews the Haier-developed management concept of rendanheyi, and illuminates the way the company merges Chinese cultural traditions with sound strategic practice.

What you’ll learn

  • The development of Haier Group from a a nearly bankrupt company to a leading global brand 
  • How the Haier Group has transformed its business beyond manufacturing
  • HRM in China from cultural and strategic perspectives

About the instructor(s)

Lin Lu

Professor at Antai College of Economics and Management of Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Syllabus

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    Understanding the Evolution of HRM in China

    This short course takes a deep dive in the case of Haier Group, a leading Chinese brand, to illustrate the evolution of Human Resource Management (HRM) in China.