Management & management techniques
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Management & management techniques
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
€ 127.45
€ 127.45
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
€ 150.16
€ 150.16
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
€ 127.45
€ 127.45
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
€ 128.32
€ 128.32
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
€ 67.52
€ 67.52
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
€ 66.48
€ 66.48
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
€ 95.64
€ 95.64
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
€ 128.39
€ 128.39
Hardcover. Drawn from the results of five seminars this unique book looks at the four areas of: public sector reform; essential features for public leaders; public leadership in action; and the outline of a public leadership approach for the future. It seeks to give public leadership a firm foothold within the study of leadership in general. Editor(s): Brookes, Stephen; Grint, Keith. Num Pages: 384 pages, 39, 19 tables, 21 figures. BIC Classification: JPP; KJMB; KNV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 147 x 24. Weight in Grams: 584.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230224179
- ISBN
- 9780230224179
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 161.91
€ 161.91
Hardcover. While 'union organising' has developed over time and in many different environments, it has become apparent that a number of key problems have developed. Evaluating its efficacy in terms of union strategies, tactics, styles and resources, this title outlines a number of strategies for improving these deficiences. Editor(s): Gall, Professor Gregor. Num Pages: 276 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV2; KNXB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 142 x 21. Weight in Grams: 460.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230222427
- ISBN
- 9780230222427
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.13
€ 67.13
Hardcover. Bringing together contributors from a wide range of disciplines, countries and perspectives this book provides a thought-provoking overview of the human dimension of the workplace. It covers workplace problems as well as potential solutions. Essential reading for anyone committed to making the workplace a humane and effective place. Editor(s): Thompson, Neil; Bates, John. Num Pages: 250 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 418.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230221925
- ISBN
- 9780230221925
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.89
€ 66.89
Hardcover. Questions of company governance have been examined over the years, but this has generally been in areas concerning shareholders. Meanwhile the management team and board of directors remain comparatively unexplored. This book has been written to provide a way into this relatively unknown world of executive committees. Editor(s): Bournois, Frank; Duval-Hamel, Jerome; Roussillon, Sylvie; Scaringella, Jean-Louis. Num Pages: 749 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJM. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 239 x 166 x 46. Weight in Grams: 1232.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 752
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230218598
- ISBN
- 9780230218598
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 199.61
€ 199.61
Hardcover. International business is synonymous with big challenges. Cultural and institutional complexities remain ever potent, so are 'newer' concerns like climate change and international terrorism. This timely book examines these challenges from the perspectives of different international business actors. Editor(s): Ibeh, Kevin; Davies, Sheena. Series: Academy of International Business (UKI) Series. Num Pages: 323 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJK; KJMV2; KJVG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 163 x 24. Weight in Grams: 648.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230218451
- ISBN
- 9780230218451
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.04
€ 129.04
Hardcover. 'Innovation and Change in Japanese Management' shows which transformation processes and changes can be observed in Japanese companies in reaction to the economic challenges of the past decade. The book presents new research results and investigates the variety of changes that Japanese corporations and managers have experienced in recent years. Editor(s): Haghirian, Parissa. Num Pages: 264 pages, 5 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 137 x 21. Weight in Grams: 438.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230216679
- ISBN
- 9780230216679
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.84
€ 127.84
Hardcover. In celebration of IESE's 50 years of bridging the gap between theory and practice, this essential compilation brings together today's top researchers to tackle the real-life issues that family business owners face on a daily basis, shedding new light on the values that shape these special types of companies. Editor(s): Tapies, Josep; Ward, John L. Series: A Family Business Publication. Num Pages: 291 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV2; KJV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 600.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230212190
- ISBN
- 9780230212190
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.71
€ 128.71
Hardcover. Explores the idea that Europe's growth problems may be caused by weaknesses in capital markets and in the access to risk capital. It addresses the evaluation of the financial needs and constraints of start-up firms and how these might be bridged. The role of public sector intervention is analyzed, focusing on international best practices. Editor(s): Gualandri, Elisabetta; Venturelli, Valeria. Series: Palgrave Macmillan Studies in Banking and Financial Institutions. Num Pages: 216 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KFFH; KJMV1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 223 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 380.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 218
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230205055
- ISBN
- 9780230205055
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.42
€ 127.42
Hardcover. Economic activities are becoming increasingly globalised. One result being that for companies in developed market economies price-based competition is being replaced or supplemented by other forms of competitiveness. This book explores the shift towards design-based competitiveness and the escalation in the design-intensity of goods and services. Editor(s): Rusten, Grete; Bryson, John R. Num Pages: 263 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AKP; KJF; KJMV6. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 163 x 20. Weight in Grams: 436.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230203495
- ISBN
- 9780230203495
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.84
€ 127.84
Hardcover. Hofstede introduced a culture paradigm that has been widely influential in international business. However, its relevance in light of culture's increasing complexity due to globalization has been questioned. Alternative culture frameworks and perspectives are offered by leading scholars in global marketing and management. Editor(s): Nakata, Cheryl. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV7; KJVG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 144 x 22. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230202399
- ISBN
- 9780230202399
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.12
€ 128.12
Hardcover. Although the title of this volume and its major focus will be on one major aspect of global sustainability - climate change - this volume continues with the overall framing of the series: global sustainability is a multi-faceted, global, multi-generational, economic, social, environmental, and cultural phenomenon and challenge to our species. Editor(s): Stoner, James A. F.; Wankel, Charles. Series: Global Sustainability Through Business. Num Pages: 269 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCN; KJC; KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 424.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 254
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230115835
- ISBN
- 9780230115835
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.72
€ 127.72
Hardcover. This volume draws on disciplines as different as Psychology, Anthropology, History and Biology to explain when and why individuals act to promote their own self-interest and when they sacrifice their own outcomes so that others can benefit. Editor(s): Forsyth, Donelson R.; Hoyt, Crystal L. Series: Jepson Studies in Leadership. Num Pages: 186 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFP; KJMB; KJMD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 151 x 220 x 16. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 198
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230104037
- ISBN
- 9780230104037
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.44
€ 66.44
Hardcover. This book assesses China's ambitions to become an innovative society by 2050 and a techno-superpower by the middle of the century. The authors, who are all experts in their own fields, describe the strengths and weaknesses of research being done in four key areas: IT, energy, nano- and biotechnology. Editor(s): Jakobson, Linda. Num Pages: 200 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPC; KJMV6; PDG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 223 x 137 x 16. Weight in Grams: 374.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 202
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230006928
- ISBN
- 9780230006928
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.50
€ 66.50
paperback. Num Pages: 251 pages, 2 black & white illustrations, 43 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: KJMP; KJQ; UM; UNA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 427.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Apress United States
- Edition
- 1st ed.
- Number of pages
- 251
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781484222522
- ISBN
- 9781484222522
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 68.04€ 57.91
€ 68.04
€ 57.91
paperback. Num Pages: 241 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KC; KJC; KJM; KJMV2; KJWB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2015
- Number of pages
- 241
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349497133
- ISBN
- 9781349497133
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.12
€ 66.12
paperback. A distinctive and direct guide to legitimacy in business, focusing on the new benchmark of a 'Social License to Operate'. Featuring case studies of what is and isn't working, this book explains how business owners and CSR professionals can integrate legitimacy into the heart of their company strategy, beyond CSR and good PR. Num Pages: 200 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJC; KJG; KJMV6; KJR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 11. Weight in Grams: 266.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2014
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349475353
- ISBN
- 9781349475353
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.48
€ 54.48