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Hardcover. Key practitioners and researchers explore how people routinely and at particular sites are discursively constructed as deficient in ways that may affect their life chances. The book offers examples of how adopting multiple perspectives on research can provide a rich explanatory analysis of the construct of 'deficit' in a range of domains. Editor(s): Candlin, Christopher N.; Crichton, Jonathan. Series: Communicating in Professions and Organizations. Num Pages: 362 pages, biography. BIC Classification: CFB; CFG; KJP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 222 x 138 x 27. Weight in Grams: 582.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 370
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230249721
- ISBN
- 9780230249721
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.81
€ 67.81
Hardcover. An historical context of the development of global outsourcing with case study analysis in four countries where the industry is large or growing. It provides policy advice from employers to policy makers on how the growth of good quality jobs can be ensured as this industry grows and matures around the world. Editor(s): Messenger, Jon C.; Ghosheh, Naj. Series: International Labour Organization (ILO) Century Series. Num Pages: 324 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCF; KJC; KJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 480.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 306
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230248861
- ISBN
- 9780230248861
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.15
€ 128.15
Hardcover. An investigation into the principles of humanistic management which examines their threoretical merits. In order to demonstrate that humanistic ideas also work in practice and can lead to actionable management guidelines it presents case studies of how businesses succeed in generating social value whilst being profitable. Editor(s): Von Kimakowitz, Ernst; Pirson, Michael; Spitzeck, Heiko; Dierksmeier, Claus; Amann, Wolfgang. Series: Humanism in Business Series. Num Pages: 364 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJG; KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 139 x 26. Weight in Grams: 558.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230246324
- ISBN
- 9780230246324
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.05
€ 129.05
Hardcover. A comprehensive picture of the Greek business system and management practices placed in a comparative context. The editors bring together knowledge from contemporary research in a comprehensive, analytical and comparative way that enables readers to see the Greek system in a holistic way. Editor(s): Prouska, Rea; Kapsali, Maria. Num Pages: 344 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DVG; KJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 133 x 32. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 346
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230245853
- ISBN
- 9780230245853
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.69
€ 67.69
Hardcover. Freelancers possess a tremendous amount of knowledge, skill, and ability. Identifying, defining, and implementing talent management strategies aimed at ensuring the effective management of non-traditional knowledge employees in an organization are the key themes of this book. Editor(s): Vaiman, Vlad. Num Pages: 220 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 146 x 17. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230242876
- ISBN
- 9780230242876
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.42
€ 127.42
Hardcover. Today Japan is still the second largest and most important consumer market in the world. This book discusses the development of Japanese consumerism, particularities of Japanese consumer behaviour and consumer rights, new consumer groups and emerging trend in the Japanese market. Editor(s): Haghirian, Parissa. Num Pages: 261 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; KJK; KJSM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 145 x 21. Weight in Grams: 432.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230242869
- ISBN
- 9780230242869
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.45
€ 67.45
Hardcover. Pricing is about deciding your market position whereas revenue management is the strategic and tactical decisions firms take in order to optimize revenues and profits. This book offers insights into research, theories, applications and innovations and how to makes these work in different industries. Editor(s): Yeoman, Ian; McMahon-Beattie, Una. Num Pages: 293 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 139 x 22. Weight in Grams: 506.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230241411
- ISBN
- 9780230241411
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 150.14
€ 150.14
Hardcover. Current and historical examples in the labour movement worldwide have helped to debunk the myth that workers cannot run production. This volume uses geographically and historically diverse examples to analyse the challenges and questions that alternative forms of work present to those involved. Editor(s): Atzeni, Maurizio. Num Pages: 218 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV2; KNXB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 148 x 18. Weight in Grams: 384.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230241404
- ISBN
- 9780230241404
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.42
€ 127.42
Hardcover. EPUB Editor(s): Wilkinson, Adrian; Townsend, Keith. Num Pages: 281 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 145 x 21. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230240940
- ISBN
- 9780230240940
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.31
€ 128.31
Hardcover. Unique in the multiple approaches that it encompasses, this book includes discussions of both older and younger workers, employer and employee perspectives, generational and age diversity and international comparisons. It includes both conceptual argument and empirical research in order to provide insights into this important area. Editor(s): Parry, Emma; Tyson, Shaun. Num Pages: 324 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 146 x 23. Weight in Grams: 508.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230240933
- ISBN
- 9780230240933
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.51
€ 67.51
Hardcover. Based on research-informed 'future-scoping' and emerging practice in the field of executive education this book is split into three parts: Future Context, Future Learning and Future Learners. With a short editorial introducing each part, it will appeal to anyone working in the field of adult and higher education and training. Editor(s): Voller, Shirine; Blass, Eddie; Culpin, Vicki. Num Pages: 197 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMB; KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 16. Weight in Grams: 381.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230240537
- ISBN
- 9780230240537
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.46
€ 66.46
Hardcover. Through sharing the research methodologies, and describing intervention and change techniques used in leadership development, this book, written by IGLC-INSEAD professors and leadership coaches, contributes to a better understanding of how organizations may go beyond coaching in order to create best places to work. Editor(s): Kets de Vries, Manfred F. R.; Guillen, Laura; Korotov, Konstantin; Florent-Treacy, Elizabeth. Series: Insead Business Press. Num Pages: 302 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJM; KJU; KJW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 165 x 22. Weight in Grams: 610.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230239982
- ISBN
- 9780230239982
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 95.61
€ 95.61
Hardcover. A summary of the most important issues, approaches and models in the field of spirituality in business, economics and society. The Handbook of Spirituality and Business presents a comprehensive pluralistic view covering all the major religious and spiritual traditions. Editor(s): Bouckaert, Luk; Zsolnai, Laszlo. Num Pages: 444 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJG; KJU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 214 x 149 x 31. Weight in Grams: 652.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230238312
- ISBN
- 9780230238312
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 229.45
€ 229.45
Hardcover. A topical consideration of the challenges posed by the transition to more temporary employment arrangements as we move from an industrial to a knowledge-based economy. Editor(s): Cortini, Michela; Tanucci, Giancarlo; Morin, Estelle. Num Pages: 314 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 147 x 26. Weight in Grams: 546.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 338
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230236608
- ISBN
- 9780230236608
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.36
€ 128.36
Hardcover. International business for the modern firm has to compromise the need to use limited resources and achieve efficiency in the global marketplace. This book examines these issues from the viewpoint of the internationalized SME, the big multinational and the local subsidiary drawing on research conducted in different countries. Editor(s): Dimitratos, Pavlos; Jones, Marian V. Series: Academy of International Business (UKI) Series. Num Pages: 353 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJK; KJVG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 166 x 26. Weight in Grams: 694.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230236530
- ISBN
- 9780230236530
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 68.32
€ 68.32
Hardcover. Women are now part of senior management in higher education (HE) to varying degrees in most countries and actively contribute to the vision and strategic direction of universities. This book attempts to analyse their impact and potential impact on both organisational growth and culture Editor(s): Bagilhole, Barbara; White, Kate. Num Pages: 227 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSJ1; JNK; JNM; KJU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 148 x 216 x 20. Weight in Grams: 402.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230232259
- ISBN
- 9780230232259
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.66
€ 66.66
Hardcover. This book challenges the separation between CSR and law. It also demonstrates that BRHR may be gradually separating from CSR through emphasis on state obligations. Authors from around the world discuss how businesses engage in CSR and human rights, and how governments and intergovernmental organisations may support business in taking responsibility Editor(s): Buhmann, Karin; Roseberry, Lynn M.; Morsing, Mette. Num Pages: 308 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJG; KJR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 147 x 20. Weight in Grams: 486.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230230897
- ISBN
- 9780230230897
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.19
€ 128.19
Hardcover. Focusing on safety and environmental protection issues, this book provides incisive, cutting-edge theoretical analysis that evaluates the impact of new automotive technologies, and the associated public policies, on social welfare. Editor(s): Miyoshi, Hiroaki; Kii, Masanobu. Series: The Palgrave Macmillan Asian Business Series. Num Pages: 205 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJK; KJU; KNDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 218 x 148 x 18. Weight in Grams: 394.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230230767
- ISBN
- 9780230230767
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.07
€ 67.07
Hardcover. As technology changes, so too have its applications and our uses and experiences with them have changed as well. The emergence of new technologies offer opportunities for new ways of interacting, playing, working and learning. It is within the context of simultaneous excitement and anxiety that we discuss Virtual Social Networks. Editor(s): Panteli, Niki. Num Pages: 213 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJP; PDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 150 x 19. Weight in Grams: 418.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230229280
- ISBN
- 9780230229280
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.97
€ 127.97
Hardcover. This book examines the developments in electronic markets in relation to three key areas: online retailing, electronic collaboration and electronic marketplaces. Each chapter is authored by leaders in their field providing cutting edge perspectives on how to take advantage of electronic markets. Editor(s): Standing, Craig. Num Pages: 225 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJE. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 221 x 135 x 18. Weight in Grams: 392.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230229228
- ISBN
- 9780230229228
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.66
€ 66.66