Functions of HRM

Human resource management of Marriott has a great role in contributing to the hotels success. Marriott is known for its hospitality and a smooth working environment. HRM has big role in the success of Marriott.

A. Primary functions of human resource management in Marriott’s success

1. Staffing (recruitment and selection)
Most appropriate and suitable person to a particular job is selected. Potential applicants are interviewed with a face meeting with members of management. One on one interviews, Panel interviews, Sequence interviews are performed to ensure the right person for the job. Background investigation and medical tests are also conducted.

2. Compensation and benefits
There is an equitable internal wage structure, a competitive benefits package, as well as incentives for the Marriott employees. Salaries and Wages are given keeping in mind all the following factors:
• Cost of living
• Supply and demand of labor
• Government requirements (minimum wage rates)
• Competitor wage scales
• Trade Union influences
• Labor productivity
• Health, safety and security of the employees is given the first priority.

3. Human Resource Planning:
This is concerned with planning for both present and future demand and supplies. Marriott has done well in implementing a successful strategic plan and adaptions for the future changes in the market

4. Equal employment
Marriott is concerned with both moral and legal responsibilities and prevents discriminatory policies, procedures and practices that are relevant to hiring, training, compensating, and appraising.

5. Human Resource Planning (HRP)
The HR planning process of the Marriott includes

Factors given highest priority in future HR requirements of Marriott Includes:
• Demand for the organization’s good/services
• Plans goals and objectives
• Method of