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In Pursuit of Performance is an invaluable tool for government leaders and the scholars who study them. Editor(s): Ingraham, Patricia W. Series: Johns Hopkins Studies in Governance and Public Management. Num Pages: 272 pages, 5, 5 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: JPQ; JPR; KJMV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 162 x 231 x 20. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801885686
- ISBN
- 9780801885686
Condition: New
€ 70.45
€ 70.45
In addition, this detailed industry case study helps explain information technology's so-called productivity paradox, showing that firms took roughly two decades to achieve the initial computerization and process integration that the industry set as objectives in the 1950s. Series: Studies in Industry and Society. Num Pages: 364 pages, 42, 28 black & white halftones, 14 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: KFFN; KJQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 635.
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 364
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801880865
- ISBN
- 9780801880865
Condition: New
€ 75.78
€ 75.78
Paperback. By providing an in-depth analysis of the news media's role in the American political system, Uncertain Guardians challenges us to re-evaluate much of what we take for granted as news consumers and to think about how to improve political communication. Series: Interpreting American Politics. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFD; JP; KNTJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 154 x 19. Weight in Grams: 422.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801860362
- ISBN
- 9780801860362
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.15
€ 40.15
Hardcover. Deals in an useful way with some of the issues involved in the debate over health care reform. This book brings together some of the researchers to discuss alternative ways of restructuring the health care industries, and alternative methods for regulating these industries to achieve the objectives of increased access and constraining costs. Editor(s): Abbott III, Thomas A. Series: Topics in Regulatory Economics and Policy. Num Pages: 271 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJU; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 576.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 1995th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792395409
- ISBN
- 9780792395409
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.16
€ 133.16
Hardcover. These essays are written on a set of themes representative of the current state of interpretation of Keynes's thinking. Topics covered include: the transition in Keynes's thinking from "The Treatise on Money" to "The General Theory"; and Keynes's economic policy views. Editor(s): Davis, John B. Series: Recent Economic Thought. Num Pages: 257 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCA; KCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 559.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 1994th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792395089
- ISBN
- 9780792395089
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.94
€ 132.94
Hardcover. Regulations to promote health and safety may be costly relative to the expected health and safety benefits. This volume considers the use of costs-benefit analysis, risk-risk analysis, and health-health analysis to determine the mortality cost associated with regulatory expenditures. Editor(s): Viscusi, W. Kip. Num Pages: 122 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCC; KN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 243 x 159 x 14. Weight in Grams: 320. 122 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. Editor(s): Viscusi, W. Kip. Regulations to promote health and safety may be costly relative to the expected health and safety benefits. This volume considers the use of costs-benefit analysis, risk-risk analysis, and health-health analysis to determine the mortality cost associated with regulatory expenditures. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. BIC Classification: KCC; KN. Dimension: 243 x 159 x 14. Weight: 320.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- Reprinted from JOURNAL OF RISK AND UNCERTAINTY, 8:
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792394457
- ISBN
- 9780792394457
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.03
€ 130.03
The Dilemma of Siting a High-Level Nuclear Waste Repository (Studies i...
Easterling, D., Kunreuther, Howard
Hardcover. This study explores the dilemma of siting a high-level nuclear waste (HLNW) repository. The authors examine siting conflicts from a variety of perspectives - political, psychological and sociological - and identify the fundamental determinants of public opposition to waste disposal facilities. Series: Studies in Risk and Uncertainty. Num Pages: 286 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCN; RNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 164 x 24. Weight in Grams: 576. Series: Studies in Risk and Uncertainty. 295 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. This study explores the dilemma of siting a high-level nuclear waste (HLNW) repository. The authors examine siting conflicts from a variety of perspectives - political, psychological and sociological - and identify the fundamental determinants of public opposition to waste disposal facilities. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. BIC Classification: KCN; RNH. Dimension: 244 x 164 x 24. Weight: 576.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 1995th Edition
- Number of pages
- 295
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792394396
- ISBN
- 9780792394396
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 199.82
€ 199.82
Hardcover. Using an economic perspective, and drawing on a range of disciplines and accomplished scholars, this book explores several issues at a conceptual, methodological and comparative level concerning how successful locations actually construct their comparative advantage. Editor(s): Mothe, John R. de la; Paquet, Gilles. Series: Economics of Science, Technology and Innovation. Num Pages: 342 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 165 x 25. Weight in Grams: 658. Series: Economics of Science, Technology and Innovation. 355 pages, 15 black & white illustrations. Editor(s): Mothe, John R.De La; Paquet, Gilles. Using an economic perspective, and drawing on a range of disciplines and accomplished scholars, this book explores several issues at a conceptual, methodological and comparative level concerning how successful locations actually construct their comparative advantage. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. BIC Classification: KC. Dimension: 244 x 165 x 25. Weight: 658.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 1st
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792382874
- ISBN
- 9780792382874
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 256.29
€ 256.29
Hardcover. This volume is concerned with the computational aspects of using a control-theoretic approach to the analysis of dynamic macroeconomic systems. The focus is on using a separate model for the development of the control policies. Series: Advances in Computational Economics. Num Pages: 309 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCB; PBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 242 x 160 x 26. Weight in Grams: 622. Computation of Policy Trajectories with Separate Model Based Control. Series: Advances in Computational Economics. 333 pages, 9 black & white illustrations. This volume is concerned with the computational aspects of using a control-theoretic approach to the analysis of dynamic macroeconomic systems. The focus is on using a separate model for the development of the control policies. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: KCB; PBW. Dimension: 242 x 160 x 26. Weight: 622.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 1998th Edition
- Number of pages
- 333
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792382393
- ISBN
- 9780792382393
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 255.88
€ 255.88
Paperback. In this text, the first in a series of books on international economic integration, the contributors examine the experience of MERCOSUR in the Latin American integration progress. Editor(s): Coffey, Peter. Series: International Handbooks on Economic Integration. Num Pages: 366 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KLS; KCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 530. Mercosur. Series: International Handbooks on Economic Integration. 366 pages, black & white illustrations. Editor(s): Coffey, Peter. In this text, the first in a series of books on international economic integration, the contributors examine the experience of MERCOSUR in the Latin American integration progress. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: 1KLS; KCL. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 21. Weight: 530.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1998
- Number of pages
- 366
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792381532
- ISBN
- 9780792381532
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 253.98
€ 253.98
Hardcover. Provides an introduction to seniors housing, and an industry analysis, with the ultimate goal of expediting needed investment. This volume provides information for industry analysts on product lines, complementary products, and substitute products. It examines buyers and their behavior and the growth potential of the industry. Editor(s): Anikeeff, Michael A.; Mueller, Glenn R. Series: Research Issues in Real Estate. Num Pages: 248 pages, 24 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JKSB; KJS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 553.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 1998th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792380122
- ISBN
- 9780792380122
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.82
€ 132.82
Paperback. Provides reference source on insurance for professors, researchers, and others that reviews the research developments in insurance and its related fields that have occurred over the last thirty years. This book starts with history and foundations of insurance theory and moves on to review asymmetric information, risk management, and more. Editor(s): Dionne, Georges. Series: Huebner International Series on Risk, Insurance and Economic Security. Num Pages: 974 pages, 4 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: KFFN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 159 x 54. Weight in Grams: 1482.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2000th Edition
- Number of pages
- 1014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792379119
- ISBN
- 9780792379119
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 234.78
€ 234.78
Hardcover. Focuses on the market for personal information used for advertising and marketing purposes, which is the market affected by most of the regulatory and legislative proposals now under consideration. Num Pages: 123 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJ; URD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 163 x 13. Weight in Grams: 340. 123 pages, 1 black & white illustrations. Focuses on the market for personal information used for advertising and marketing purposes, which is the market affected by most of the regulatory and legislative proposals now under consideration. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: KJ; URD. Dimension: 240 x 163 x 13. Weight: 340.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 1st
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792375814
- ISBN
- 9780792375814
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.03
€ 130.03
Hardcover. Covers the techniques of data envelopment analysis in dynamic and stochastic fields. This work gives a treatment of productive efficiency analysis in the dynamic environment. It is illustrated by real life applications, and is suitable for students and researchers in operations research, management science and applied econometrics. Num Pages: 286 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV5; KJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 247 x 168 x 23. Weight in Grams: 598.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Edition
- 1995th Edition
- Number of pages
- 298
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792335818
- ISBN
- 9780792335818
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 199.82
€ 199.82
Paperback. Focuses on various aspects of monetary policy such as the final objective of monetary policy, the position of the central bank, the design and implementation of monetary policy, the relationship between monetary policy and exchange rate regimes, and the consequences of financial reforms in Central and Eastern Europe and in Latin America. Editor(s): Wijnholds, J. A. H. de Beaufort; Eijffinger, Sylvester C. W.; Hoogduin, Lex H. (De Nederlandsche Bank, Amsterdam, The Netherlands). Series: Financial and Monetary Policy Studies. Num Pages: 352 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCBM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 508. Series: Financial and Monetary Policy Studies. 352 pages, black & white illustrations. Editor(s): Wijnholds, J.A.H.De Beaufort; Eijffinger, Sylvester C. W.; Hoogduin, Lex H. (De Nederlandsche Bank, Amsterdam, The Netherlands). Focuses on various aspects of monetary policy such as the final objective of monetary policy, the position of the central bank, the design and implementation of monetary policy, the relationship between monetary policy and exchange rate regimes, and the consequences of financial reforms in Central and Eastern Europe and in Latin America. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: KCBM. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 21. Weight: 508.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1994
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792331735
- ISBN
- 9780792331735
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 131.95
€ 131.95
Hardcover. Road pricing as a means of generating revenue for infrastructure investment has become a major policy option in both Europe and the US. This text assembles and assesses theoretical knowledge, empirical results and experiences of actual road pricing. Future policy formulation is also considered. Editor(s): Johansson, B.; Mattsson, Lars-Goran (Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden). Series: Transportation, Research, Economics and Policy. Num Pages: 240 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; 1KBB; JFSG; KC; KNG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 164 x 20. Weight in Grams: 506. Theory, Empirical Assessment and Policy. Series: Transportation, Research, Economics and Policy. 247 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. Editor(s): Johansson, B.; Mattsson, Lars-Goran (Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden). Road pricing as a means of generating revenue for infrastructure investment has become a major policy option in both Europe and the US. This text assembles and assesses theoretical knowledge, empirical results and experiences of actual road pricing. Future policy formulation is also considered. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: 1D; 1KBB; JFSG; KC; KNG. Dimension: 243 x 164 x 20. Weight: 506.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 1994th Edition
- Number of pages
- 247
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792331346
- ISBN
- 9780792331346
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 198.88
€ 198.88
Based on new research, this second edition provides an updated solution-driven methodology for benchmarking in both the public and nonprofit sectors. A 'how-to' step-by-step approach to two benchmarking techniques, providing new tools and detail for other entities to replicate those techniques. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KJM; KJVX; KNV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 187 x 22. Weight in Grams: 588.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787998318
- ISBN
- 9780787998318
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 73.95
€ 73.95
* David Apgar helps leaders inundated with data pinpoint which information matters most to goal setting, strategy, and performance. * This book brings together two increasingly hot trends in corporate strategy, Bayesian decision theory and Information theory, and uses each one's strengths to patch the other's gaps. Num Pages: 224 pages, , black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: KJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 163 x 24. Weight in Grams: 402.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787997595
- ISBN
- 9780787997595
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 25.25
€ 31.99
€ 25.25
Paperback. Team Emotional and Social Intelligence Emotional and social intelligence are key ingredients for success when you are working as part of a team. This book offers a set of tools for determining and developing your team's emotional effectiveness in the seven dimensions that are a prerequisite for high performance. Num Pages: 64 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 217 x 7. Weight in Grams: 232.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 64
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787988456
- ISBN
- 9780787988456
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 41.15
€ 41.99
€ 41.15
Paperback. This ten-minute assessment is the starting point for understanding a team's Emotional Intelligence. Each individul in the team completes and scores the assessment, and the results are then aggregated to arrive at a team rating. Num Pages: 8 pages, black & white tables. BIC Classification: KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 220 x 5. Weight in Grams: 30.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 8
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780787988425
- ISBN
- 9780787988425
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 23.77
€ 23.99
€ 23.77