Emerging Global Business Landscape & Innovation Challenges, Issues & Implications for HRM Function- A case in Russia

2013 dissertation for MA in International Human Resource Management. Selected by academic staff as a good example of a masters level dissertation. The fast changing landscapes of the HR in business organisations have increasingly made human resource management strategically important, thus has become an interest subject of management research studies. One interesting aspect of human resource management is the evolution of its role and functions as it copes with the increasingly becoming more complex human resources. A unique case for study on this matter is the HRM in Russia. With is dramatic transition from a planned economy during the Soviet era to free- matic economic growth has characterised the country, compelling greater economic performance of the country. productivity under a new economic system and with a diminishing pool of talents, the role and function of HR has become more compelling. Against this backdrop, this study seeks to answer the question: What are the HR skills and competencies that Russian HR professionals perceived crucial for them to effectively fulfil their HR functions and make Russian companies The study was designed as a qualitative descriptive research utilising qualitative survey method. Underlying this methodology is the interpretivist paradigm. Data were collected using online interview with 15 respondents Russian HR directors of 10 major industries in Russia. Findings of the study show a new set of HR roles and functions directed at strategic leadership, operational effectiveness, people management, enabling processes, and management of change. Recommendations were made based on insights gained from the study