1. Human Resource Management (HRM):
Topics to Cover:
Recruitment and Selection Processes
Employee Relations and Labor Laws
Performance Management Systems
Compensation and Benefits Strategies
Training and Development Programs
Recommended Resources:
"Human Resource Management" by Gary Dessler
"Personnel Management" by C.B. Mamoria
2. Industrial Relations:
Topics to Cover:
Trade Unionism and Industrial Disputes
Collective Bargaining Techniques
Labor Welfare and Social Security Measures
Recommended Resources:
"Industrial Relations" by P.R. N. Sinha
"Industrial Relations and Labor Laws" by S.C. Srivastava
3. Organizational Behavior:
Topics to Cover:
Motivation Theories and Practices
Leadership Styles and Organizational Culture
Conflict Resolution Strategies
Recommended Resources:
"Organizational Behavior" by Stephen P. Robbins
"Organizational Behavior" by Fred Luthans
4. Labor Laws and Compliance:
Topics to Cover:
Factories Act, Industrial Disputes Act, and Trade Union Act
Employee Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act
Payment of Gratuity Act and Minimum Wages Act
Recommended Resources:
"Industrial Relations and Labor Laws" by S.C. Srivastava
"Labor and Industrial Laws" by S.N. Mishra
5. General Knowledge and Current Affairs:
Topics to Cover:
Recent Developments in HR Practices
Economic and Political News
National and International Events
Recommended Resources:
"General Knowledge 2025" by Manohar Pandey
"Current Affairs Yearly" by Arihant Experts
6. Online Platforms for Practice:
Websites:
MECON Limited Official Website: For official notifications and updates.
Free Job Alert: For exam patterns and selection processes.
7. Time Management and Revision:
Strategy:
Develop a daily study schedule allocating time to each subject area.
Incorporate regular revisions to reinforce learning.
Engage in mock interviews to enhance communication skills and build confidence.