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Hardback. By looking at the three most recent economic crises, the S&L crisis, the dot-com bubble, and the recent subprime mortgage disaster, the author explains why and how corporate managers led their organizations toward disasters in the long-run. Num Pages: 206 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCX; KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 160 x 16. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 206
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230104013
- ISBN
- 9780230104013
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.95
€ 66.95
The Future of Decision Making: How Revolutionary Software Can Improve ...
Schank, Roger C., Lyras, Dimitris, Soloway, E...
Hardcover. We now possess the capability to make great business decisions in even the most difficult situations with the use of today's advanced software capability. The authors, who are experts in the field, explain the new science of decision-making and offer examples and advice that will enable readers put it to use in their organizations. Num Pages: 220 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 162 x 20. Weight in Grams: 496.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230103658
- ISBN
- 9780230103658
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.90€ 47.53
€ 52.90
€ 47.53
Hardback. This book responds to a growing demand for mutual funds. This timely collection of original papers focuses on changes of international investment in Europe, the US and New Zealand. Using a fresh approach, innovative techniques and various models this book assesses performance and provides an understanding of mutual funds on an international level. Editor(s): Gregoriou, Greg N. Series: Finance and Capital Markets Series. Num Pages: 278 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KFFM; KJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 562.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 278
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230019140
- ISBN
- 9780230019140
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 250.24
€ 250.24
The New Public Management in Europe. Adaptation and Alternatives.
. Ed(S): Pollitt, Christopher; Thiel, Sandra ...
Hardback. The New Public Management paradigm seems to have produced a convergence of administrative reform. However, specific implementations of NPM show range of forms and results including performance indicators, personal reforms and evaluations of reforms. This text demonstrates how NPM is crafted differently in various institutional contexts. Editor(s): Pollitt, Christopher; Thiel, Sandra van; Homburg, V. M. F. Num Pages: 241 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; JPP; KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 148 x 20. Weight in Grams: 424.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 241
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230006935
- ISBN
- 9780230006935
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.66
€ 127.66
Hardback. This text presents a cutting edge approach to the analysis of brand choice, relevant to marketing practice and social science. This analysis reveals the causes of consumer choice that underlie brand selection; the role of price and non-price elements of marketing; a new way of describing the structure of markets and analyzing consumer behaviour. Num Pages: 311 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJSM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 548.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 311
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230006836
- ISBN
- 9780230006836
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.60
€ 67.60
Hardback. This is an invaluable and comprehensive book, providing cutting-edge asset protection processes. Based on twenty-five years of systematic research and field experience, it is a powerful problem-solving resource. It describes the most common retail crime and loss problems along with a step-by-step process for diagnosing and treating these problems. Num Pages: 304 pages, 2 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 515.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230006812
- ISBN
- 9780230006812
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.21
€ 128.21
Hardcover. Leaders extol the value of pursuing challenging goals, but evidence suggests that this leads to disaster as often as success. Drawing upon real-life stories, including the Mount Everest Climbing Disaster, the author shows how destructive goal pursuit can cause the breakdown of learning in teams and calls for rethinking the role of the leader. Num Pages: 208 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 172 x 17. Weight in Grams: 460.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230003323
- ISBN
- 9780230003323
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.73
€ 66.73
Hardback. This work describes California-based wine producer Robert Mondavi's failure to set up business in a small, world-renowned wine-producing village in southern France. The 'Mondavi affair' illustrates the importance of culture, history, geography and economic and political systems in conditioning our spirit of enterprise and the way we do business. Num Pages: 183 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJK; KNDF; TDCT2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 12. Weight in Grams: 366.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 183
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230002104
- ISBN
- 9780230002104
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.40
€ 66.40
Hardback. John Adair is one of the most important figures on leadership thought and practice. This book shows the depth of his influence and offers fresh perspectives on his ideas. Anyone convinced that leadership is crucial to improved performance, but who is suspicious of quick fix approaches, should read this book for understanding and practical advice Editor(s): Gosling, Prof. Jonathan; Case, Peter; Witzel, Morgen. Num Pages: 235 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJM. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 430.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 235
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230002050
- ISBN
- 9780230002050
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.64
€ 127.64
Entrepreneurial Profiles of Creative Destruction: Courage, Imagination...
Carayannis, Elias G., Vizas, Christopher, Ven...
Hardcover. Entrepreneurial Profiles is intended to help students and practitioners of entrepreneurship think about what it takes to create a significant business, with focus on what it may take to create a successful and significant business. Num Pages: 356 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 139 x 224 x 25. Weight in Grams: 548.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230002036
- ISBN
- 9780230002036
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.77
€ 128.77
Hardback. This book presents diverse perspectives on how work and employment are developing in a rapidly changing, contemporary Japan. Using macro- and micro-level data, the authors show both how the Japanese employment system is evolving as well as how the meanings that individual Japanese attach to their work and employment are developing. Editor(s): Matanle, Peter; Lunsing, Wim. Num Pages: 284 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; KJK; KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 516.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 284
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230002005
- ISBN
- 9780230002005
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 183.49
€ 183.49
Hardback. The 13th volume of the Academy of International Business series reflects the complex challenges managers face in today's global economy. A novel range of issues brings together two important contemporary themes in international business. The book includes thoughts from prominent academics on new directions for international business scholarship. Editor(s): Fai, Felicia M.; Morgan, Eleanor J. Series: Academy of International Business (UKI) Series. Num Pages: 232 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 511.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230001930
- ISBN
- 9780230001930
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.17
€ 128.17
Hardback. This book provides a timely and relevant assessment of the impact of globalization on small firms' competitiveness. It analyzes 'new economy' effects and rules of the game for nations, regions and different types of firms, and it addresses academic, policy and business practice issues vis-a-vis small enterprise survival. Editor(s): Meyer-Stamer, Jorg; Haar, Jerry. Num Pages: 256 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 15. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230001923
- ISBN
- 9780230001923
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.09
€ 67.09
Paperback. Newly available in paperback, this book analyzes the impact of European integration on industrial relations institutions and outcomes. It argues that the governance of industrial relations is increasingly multi-level. The multi-disciplinary and cross-national text deals with both the theory and practice of industrial relations in modern Europe. Num Pages: 383 pages, 3 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: KJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 492.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 383
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230001916
- ISBN
- 9780230001916
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 67.21
€ 67.21
Hardback. Matthew Watson draws a distinction between the spatial and the functional mobility of capital, allowing fresh insights into existing work on the subject whilst repoliticizing the very idea of capital being 'in motion'. The dynamics of capital mobility and the patterns of risk exposure are illustrated through four detailed global case studies. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 265 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFS; KCL; KCP; KJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 490.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 265
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230001244
- ISBN
- 9780230001244
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.21
€ 67.21
Paperback. Num Pages: 248 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJM. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 13. Weight in Grams: 374.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers Group Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780216926943
- ISBN
- 9780216926943
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.42
€ 66.42
Paperback. Gathering the best of the Pfeiffer Annuals, this unprecendented collection features 37 investigative tools designed for us in conjuction with employee training and workforce development initiatives. Designed as a toolbox, every assessment is a complete package, ready to be taken out of the box and put to work. Editor(s): Gordon, Jack. Num Pages: 576 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 278 x 216 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1414.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 576
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118011065
- ISBN
- 9781118011065
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 143.75
€ 143.75
Paperback. Policymaking is of its very nature a people-centred business. By explaining why people skills matter, this work provides advice on how policy analysts can develop and use their people skills. Each chapter provides a Skill Building Checklist, discussion ideas, and suggestions for further reading. Num Pages: 280 pages, bibliographical references , index. BIC Classification: GTC; JPQB; KJP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 164 x 18. Weight in Grams: 446.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780878409006
- ISBN
- 9780878409006
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 75.03
€ 75.03
Paperback. Shares the unique and powerful "Art of Convening" model, which brings authentic engagement and meaning to any group that comes together for any purpose. The heart of this book is a series of nine steps that bring the practices and principles needed for authentic engagement together as a whole. The book provides exercises, stories, and questions. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KJP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 144 x 220 x 14. Weight in Grams: 294.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Berrett-Koehler United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781605096681
- ISBN
- 9781605096681
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 20.88
€ 25.99
€ 20.88
Paperback. However necessary, organisational change is likely to be angst ridden and frustrating to the workforce. The Change Cycle will help readers to more resourcefully cope with change at work by helping them understand and predict their behaviour and the behaviour of others. Num Pages: 180 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KJC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 214 x 139 x 17. Weight in Grams: 256.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Berrett-Koehler United States
- Number of pages
- 180
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781576754986
- ISBN
- 9781576754986
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.00€ 22.27
€ 24.00
€ 22.27
Paperback. Many large organisations in the US and many smaller ones have diversity training and diversity programs to help people learn how to work better together in diverse workplaces and show respect to all coworkers and customers. This book helps meet the needs organisations see every day in their work, such as in their training of thousands of workers. Illustrator(s): Sivasubramaniam, Jeevan. Num Pages: 85 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 134 x 8. Weight in Grams: 170.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Berrett-Koehler United States
- Number of pages
- 96
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781576754528
- ISBN
- 9781576754528
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 16.10
€ 18.99
€ 16.10
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Tyndale House Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 182
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781414362205
- ISBN
- 9781414362205
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.87
€ 17.99
€ 16.87
Paperback. Introduces students to the special moral and ethical burdens of social marketing, and challenges practitioners to address difficult issues that are easily minimized or avoided. This book focuses on such complex issues as unintended consequences, ethical marketing alliances, and professional ethical codes. Editor(s): Andreasen, Alan R. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBA; KJG; KJS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 14. Weight in Grams: 364.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780878408207
- ISBN
- 9780878408207
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 74.76
€ 74.76
Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: JFFP; JP; KJN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Berrett-Koehler Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781523082711
- ISBN
- 9781523082711
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 19.80
€ 23.99
€ 19.80