This week, you will have an opportunity to become familiar with some human resources theorists and their theories. 
To prepare for this Assignment, review this week’s Learning Resources as well as any additional sources of your choosing. Research the theorists who developed HR leadership and strategy theory and compile key information as part of your review using the Strategic HR Leadership Theory Taxonomy Template document provided in this week’s Learning Resources. 
The name of the theory
The date the theory was introduced
The theorist/author
Key components of the theory
For each theory presented, be sure to include a minimum of two references to peer-reviewed, scholarly journals, as well as appropriate in-text citations. 

Required Readings
Kwicien, J. (2012, February). Finding the ideal partner.Links to an external site. Employee Benefit Adviser, 10(2), 48–49.
Labedz, C. S., & Lee, J. (2011). The mental models of HR professionals as strategic partners.Links to an external site. Journal of Management and Organization, 17(1), 56–76.
Lengnick-Hall, M. L., Lengnick-Hall, C. A., Andrade, L. S., & Drake, B. (2009). Strategic human resource management: The evolution of the field.Links to an external site. Human Resource Management Review, 19(2), 64–85. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hrmr.2009.01.002

Pritchard, K. (2010). Becoming an HR strategic partner: Tales of transition.Links to an external site. Human Resource Management Journal, 20(2), 175–188. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1748- 8583.2009.00107.x
Moore, K. (2012). Human resources as a strategic partner. Human Resources Magazine, 17(5), 24–25.
Lawler III, E. E., & Boudreau, J. W. (2009). What makes HR a strategic partner? People & Strategy, 32(1), 14–22.