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Hardback. This book examines the efficiency and effectiveness of economic policies in Europe, and explores the implications for social equity. It argues for an integrated approach to economic and social objectives, and discusses the ways in which welfare states and institutions can contribute to equity and efficiency objectives. Editor(s): Costabile, Lilia. Num Pages: 255 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; KCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 146 x 20. Weight in Grams: 448.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 255
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230538061
- ISBN
- 9780230538061
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Condition: New
€ 119.52
€ 119.52
Hardback. This book explores trends of inequality and poverty in China, identifies their causes and assesses their consequences, analyzing in detail the regional/personal variation in incomes, measures of human wellbeing, the gap between the coastal regions and the interior regions, and urban--rural disparity. Series: Studies in Development Economics and Policy. Num Pages: 316 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPC; JFFA; KCM. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 530.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230538047
- ISBN
- 9780230538047
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Condition: New
€ 119.61
€ 119.61
Financial Liberalization and Economic Performance in Emerging Countrie...
. Ed(S): Arestis, Philip; Paula, Luiz Fernan...
Hardback. This book discusses the relationship between financial liberalization, financial deepening and economic performance from both a theoretical and a policy perspective, comparing several 'big' emerging countries: Argentina, Brazil, China, India, Russia, South Africa and India, amongst others. Editor(s): Arestis, Philip; Paula, Luiz Fernando de. Num Pages: 231 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCM; KFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 420.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 231
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230538023
- ISBN
- 9780230538023
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.34
€ 62.34
Hardback. Inequalities of wealth and income have a significant impact for the achievement of economic, political and human development in developing counties. This book argues that a high level of economic inequality undermines a country's growth potential, retards the development of social capital, and encourages corruption. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 214 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCM; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 405.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 214
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230537798
- ISBN
- 9780230537798
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.82
€ 118.82
Hardback. The Political Marketing Game identifies what works in political marketing, drawing on 100 interviews with practitioners. It also shows that authenticity, values and vision are as much a part of a winning strategy as market-savvy pragmatism. Num Pages: 271 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTC; JPVL; KNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 144 x 24. Weight in Grams: 436.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 271
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230537774
- ISBN
- 9780230537774
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.07
€ 63.07
Leading for Success: The Seven Sides to Great Leaders
Kakabadse, Andrew, Kakabadse, Nada, Lee-Davie...
Hardcover. Classic leadership theory is presented here in a fresh and fashionable framework in this new, practical book for managers. Written in entertaining style, securely underpinned with the most credible and extensive research, top level case studies and frank opinion from prominent business and political leaders is featured throughout. Num Pages: 227 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 170 x 19. Weight in Grams: 514.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230537156
- ISBN
- 9780230537156
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.54
€ 62.54
The Rise of Neoliberalism in Advanced Capitalist Economies. A Material...
Howard, Michael; King, John E.
Hardback. In this unique and dramatic account of the rise of neoliberalism Howard and King consider the major features of historical materialism, the factors which resulted in 19th and 20th century thinkers incorrectly predicting the long-term decline of the market, and the prospects for a reversal of neoliberalism in the 21st century. Num Pages: 326 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; KCA; KCP; KCZ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 620.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 326
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230537033
- ISBN
- 9780230537033
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Condition: New
€ 63.57
€ 63.57
Hardback. This book brings together scholars of political economy, law and sociology to interrogate the seemingly unproblematic notions - the rules of law, good corporate governance, and flexible labour market - that inform neoliberal policy prescriptions. It also discusses how these concepts have been translated and practiced in East Asia. Editor(s): Woo, Meredith Jung-En. Num Pages: 303 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FP; GTF; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 510.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 303
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230527348
- ISBN
- 9780230527348
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.46
€ 119.46
hardcover. Exploring the increasing involvement of the private sector in social policy, this collection examines the complex relationship between the public and private sectors from an international perspective, focusing on health and pension policies. Editor(s): Beland, Daniel; Gran, Brian. Num Pages: 316 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JKS; JPQB; KFFP; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 638.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2008th Edition
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230527331
- ISBN
- 9780230527331
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.69
€ 63.69
Hardback. Economic sanctions are increasingly important instruments of regulatory and foreign policy. This book provides a detailed study of the post-9/11 financial sanctions programmes in the US and Europe, examining the key regulatory and legal issues that confront businesses and related liability issues for third parties and individuals. Num Pages: 377 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPSL; KC; KFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 25. Weight in Grams: 629.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 377
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230525559
- ISBN
- 9780230525559
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 150.83
€ 150.83
Hardback. This book challenges conventional wisdom by showing how, in some circumstances, improved energy efficiency may increase energy consumption. Relying upon energy efficiency to reduce carbon emissions could therefore be misguided. This book explores the broader implications for climate change and sustainable consumption. Editor(s): Herring, Horace; Sorrell, Steve. Series: Energy, Climate and the Environment. Num Pages: 280 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KNB; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 585.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230525344
- ISBN
- 9780230525344
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.35
€ 63.35
Hardback. Social protection is fast becoming an important theme in development policy. This book examines the political processes shaping social protection policies; compares the key conceptual frameworks available for analyzing social protection; and provides a comparative discussion on social protection policies focused on the poor and the poorest. Editor(s): Barrientos, Armando; Hulme, David. Series: Palgrave Studies in Development. Num Pages: 371 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFA; JKSB; JKSR; KCM. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 25. Weight in Grams: 621.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 371
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230525306
- ISBN
- 9780230525306
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 151.03
€ 151.03
Hardback. State and Society in Post-Socialist Economies focuses on the reform economies of post-socialist Europe. It looks at how various projects of communism that emerged in have been and are still being dismantled and recomposed by alternative visions, institutions and practices of capitalist market economies and democratic polities. Editor(s): Pickles, John. Series: Studies in Central and Eastern Europe. Num Pages: 297 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPFF; JPHC; JPSN2; KCP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 505.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 297
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230522145
- ISBN
- 9780230522145
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.43
€ 119.43
Hardback. This book demonstrates that 'monetary analysis', as contained in Post-Keynesian monetary theories, but also in the Neo-Ricardian monetary theory of distribution and in Marx's monetary analysis, can be integrated into Post-Keynesian models of distribution of growth in a convincing way. Num Pages: 228 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCA; KCBM; KCZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 445.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 228
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230521575
- ISBN
- 9780230521575
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.07
€ 119.07
Hardback. This volume explores all aspects of contemporary public procurement theory, examining managing risk in procurement, collusion in procurement, efficiency in procurement, transparency in procurement, and auction design. Editor(s): Malgarini, Marco; Thai, K. V.; Piga, Gustavo. Series: Central Issues in Contemporary Economic Theory and Policy. Num Pages: 273 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPP; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 571.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 273
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230520868
- ISBN
- 9780230520868
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.85
€ 119.85
Hardback. This book demonstrates that, when reforming the water sector, policymakers should arrange social policies that mitigate the negative impact of reforms. It presents a detailed analysis of the current issues, and uses country studies to show how social policies are vital in ensuring affordable access to water supply. Series: Social Policy in a Development Context Series. Num Pages: 257 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFF; JKS; KNBW. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 151 x 220 x 20. Weight in Grams: 438.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 257
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230520820
- ISBN
- 9780230520820
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.30
€ 119.30
Hardback. This book takes a look at the world of accounting and examines business's relationship with the state. It compares the accounting regulations in Germany, the UK and the US to provide evidence that privatization and convergence must be used with caution, at least in the world of accounting. Series: Transformations of the State. Num Pages: 264 pages, 16 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JP; KC; KFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 483.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230518148
- ISBN
- 9780230518148
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.70
€ 62.70
Hardback. International competition and skills shortages caused by technological advancement have raised entirely new issues for workers, not least how responsibility is increasingly being transferred to them. This book looks at how workers are expected to survive unstable job market conditions in three locations: the UK, Singapore, and South Korea. Series: International Political Economy Series. Num Pages: 200 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCF; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 225 x 146 x 17. Weight in Grams: 360.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230517943
- ISBN
- 9780230517943
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.46
€ 62.46
Hardback. An in depth study of the international business relationships of China covering both inward and outward foreign direct investment, its impact and related theoretical and policy issues. Num Pages: 433 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJK; KJVG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 147 x 31. Weight in Grams: 658.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 433
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230515987
- ISBN
- 9780230515987
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 120.58
€ 120.58
Hardback. The capability of MNCs to create, transfer and combine knowledge from different locations is an important determinant of corporate success. This book uses examples of knowledge-based firms - Hewlett-Packard Consulting & Integration, Siemens, Mazda, and Maekawa - to show that knowledge-based marketing is key to a sustainable competitive advantage. Num Pages: 274 pages, 28 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: GPF; KJK; KJMV7. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 475.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 274
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230515703
- ISBN
- 9780230515703
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.67
€ 62.67
Hardback. The 21st century has been dubbed the Chinese century. This text brings together interdisciplinary Chinese scholars to assess the impact of Chinese business on global business and environments, disseminate knowledge on the emergence of globalizing Chinese firms, and to address issues relating to corporate sustainable development and outsourcing Editor(s): Alon, Ilan; McIntyre, John R. Num Pages: 271 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPC; KJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 500.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 271
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230515628
- ISBN
- 9780230515628
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.41
€ 119.41
Hardback. This book investigates how organizations can be designed for efficiency. Strategy, structure, boundaries and the governance of organizations are analyzed for any interdependencies within or between them and synthesised to a consistent system. Case studies illustrate the application of the theory of organizational design. Num Pages: 340 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 560.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 340
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230515529
- ISBN
- 9780230515529
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.77
€ 119.77
Hardback. For the very first time, this book offers a complete overview the topic and its foundations of international entrepreneurship. With an in-depth analysis of the different theoretical foundations, it uses important empirical analysis and useful case studies to propose a new theoretical framework and interpretative modelling. Num Pages: 217 pages, 4 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: KJH; KJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 218 x 146 x 15. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 217
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230515475
- ISBN
- 9780230515475
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.95
€ 118.95
Hardback. Covering the period from the 1920s, when international tax policy was solely about avoiding double taxation, to the present era of international tax competition, Rixen investigates the fate of 'the power to tax' in an era of globalization, illustrating that tax sovereignty is both shaped and constrained by an international tax regime. Series: Transformations of the State. Num Pages: 262 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCP; KFFD1. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 560.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 262
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230507685
- ISBN
- 9780230507685
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.18
€ 63.18