Understanding the theory and design of organizations

CONTENTS: PART 1 INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIZATION THEORY AND DESIGN. 1. Introduction to Organizations. PART 2 ORGANIZATIONAL STRATEGY AND STRUCTURE. 2. The Arrangement of Reporting Relationships. 3. Strategy and Effectiveness. PART 3 EXTERNAL FACTORS AND DESIGN. 4. Relationships Between Organizations. 5. Global Organization Design. 6. The ...

Management

principles and practices

CONTENTS: Part I: AN INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT. 1. Managing and the Manager's Job. 2. Traditional and Contemporary Issues and Challenges. Part II: THE ENVIRONMENTAL CONTEXT OF MANAGEMENT. 3. The Environment and Culture of Organizations. 4. The Ethical and Social Environment. 5. The Global Environment ...

Principles of organizational behavior

realities and challenges

CONTENTS: Part I: INTRODUCTION. 1. Organizational Behavior and Opportunity. 2. Challenges for Managers. Part II: INDIVIDUAL PROCESSES AND BEHAVIOR. 3. Personality, Perception, and Attribution. 4. Attitudes, Emotions, and Ethics. 5. Motivation at Work. 6. Learning and Performance Management. 7. Stress and Well-Being at Work. Part ...

Theory of strategic management

with cases

CONTENTS: PART I: INTRODUCTION TO STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT. 1. Strategic Leadership: Managing the Strategy-Making Process for Competitive Advantage. 2. External Analysis: The Identification of Opportunities and Threats. PART II: THE NATURE OF COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE. 3. Internal Analysis: Distinctive Competencies, Competitive Advantage, and Profitability. 4. Building Competitive ...

The evolution of economic thought

In this scholarly and timely presentation of the history of economic thought, you'll see how new ideas, evidence, problems, and values can be used to reconsider basic disputes and major contributions of the past. "The Evolution Of Economic Thought, 8/e, International Edition" covers ...

Quantitative methods for business

CONTENTS: 1. Introduction. 2. Introduction to Probability. 3. Probability Distributions. 4. Decision Analysis. 5. Utility and Game Theory. 6. Forecasting. 7. Introduction to Linear Programming. 8. Linear Programming: Sensitivity Analysis and Interpretation of Solution. 9. Linear Programming Applications in Marketing, Finance, and Operations Management. 10 ...

Essentials of business Law and the legal environment

CONTENTS: Part I: INTRODUCTION TO LAW AND ETHICS. 1. Introduction to Law. 2. Business Ethics. Part II: THE LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS. 3. Civil Dispute Resolution. 4. Constitutional Law. 5. Administrative Law. 6. Criminal Law. 7. Intentional Torts. 8. Negligence and Strict Liability. Part III ...

Financial institutions and markets

Help students understand why financial markets exist, how financial institutions serve these markets, and what services those institutions offer with the solid conceptual framework in this best-selling finance text. Madura's leading "Financial Institutions and Markets, 10/e, International Edition" emphasizes securities traded by financial ...

Analysis of investments and management of portfolios

PART 1: THE INVESTMENT BACKGROUND. 1. An Overview of the Investment Process. 2. The Asset Allocation Decision. 3. The Global Market Investment Decision. 4. Securities Markets: Organization and Operation. 5. Security-Market Indexes. PART 2: DEVELOPMENTS IN INVESTMENT THEORY. 6. Efficient Capital Markets. 7. An Introduction ...

Cost and management accounting

an introduction

This international best-seller provides a clear and accessible introduction to cost and management accounting. Colin Drury's renowned authoring expertise blends theory and practice and the text encompasses all the basic topics needed on an introductory course. Now in its seventh edition, "Cost and Management ...

International financial management

This second edition of Madura and Fox's "International Financial Management" provides the ideal introduction to the subject of international finance. It combines the fundamentals of international financial theory with current, practical applications and provides thorough, up-to-date treatment of cutting-edge issues alongside coverage of the ...

Principles of financial and managerial accounting

Activate learning with Reeve/Warren/Duchac, "Principles of Financial & Managerial Accounting, 11/e, International Edition"! Warren offers students clear guidance to complete homework with an efficient presentation for today's learner. Warren delivers: Increased Engagement - a high-impact writing style with contemporary examples, IFRS coverage ...

Principles of financial accounting

Reeve/Warren/Duchac activates learning, offering students clear guidance to complete homework with an efficient presentation for today's learner. Warren delivers expanded choice, increased engagement, improved outcomes and ease of use. CONTENTS: 1. Introduction to Accounting & Business. 2. Analyzing Transactions. 3. The Adjusting ...

Financial accounting

"Financial Accounting, 11e, International Edition" continues a distinguished tradition of combining academic needs with professional thought to prepare students for a dynamic business world. Through market-leading integration of International Federal Reporting Standard coverage and real-world data, trusted pedagogy, and a clear writing style that simplifies ...

Principles and applications of macroeconomics

This accessible, no-nonsense macroeconomics book emphasizes macroeconomic theory and applications that discuss today's important issues, and portrays economics as a unified discipline and will teach you how to use analytical processes in developing your own economic analysis skills.

Financial management

theory and practice

Give future and current managers a thorough understanding of the financial theory that is essential for developing and implementing effective financial strategies in business today. Brigham/Ehrhardt's leading "Financial Management: Theory and Practice, 13/e" is the only text that presents a striking balance ...

Criminology. Theories, patterns, and typologies

Bestselling "Criminology: Theories, Patterns, and Typologies, 10/e, International Edition" delivers the most comprehensive, in-depth analysis of criminological theory and crime typologies available. Offering unparalleled breadth and depth of coverage, this book is unrivaled in its exhaustive research base and currency, devoting two all-new chapters ...

The american system of criminal justice

Cole and Smith's classic best-seller, commonly referred to as "The Eagle," helps students discover the meaning of justice in our society and identify the roles individuals play in the criminal justice system. Examining criminal justice as an interdisciplinary endeavor, THE AMERICAN SYSTEM OF CRIMINAL ...

Auditing cases

Learn how to think like an auditor with "Auditing Cases, 7E International Edition"! With examples pulled exclusively from real-world auditing cases, you'll quickly learn how to recognize and understand the critical factors and circumstances that determine the outcome of audits. Studying audits within the ...

Portfolio construction, management, and protection