The Development of Modern Business
Published on 30. May 2002
Book
Paperback/Softback
XVI, 376 pages
978-0-333-59878-8 (ISBN)
Description
This text blends economic theory with empirical evidence to chart business development over the last two centuries in the UK, the United States, Japan and Australia. It addresses enduring concerns for entrepreneurs and managers and demonstrates the value of an historical perspective from which to judge present day issues. Each chapter considers an issue of current significance, introduces theories to illuminate the topic, and discusses historical evidence and debates. Also included are relevant case studies and original documents. Discussion questions, statistical tables, and further reading are appended to each chapter.
Reviews / Votes
'A long-awaited and truly valuable text for Australian Business History students, as well as a welcome addition to reading lists in History and Business Studies.' - Dr Pamela Statham & Mr Brian Gidney, The University of Western Australia 'There is no doubt that the book will greatly facilitate the teaching of business history, and as an integrated text spanning all the major managerial sub-disciplines, it is a useful reference point for scholars in the general field of international business history and beyond.' - Steven Toms, Business History 'Very interesting combination of theory and history.' - Professor G. Jones, Harvard Business SchoolMore details
Edition
2002
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 21 mm
Weight
569 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-333-59878-8 (9780333598788)
DOI
10.1007/978-1-137-12008-3
Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
Gordon Boyce | Simon Ville
The Development of Modern Business
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05/2002
Red Globe Press
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Persons
GORDON BOYCE is Director of the International Business Program at Victoria University. He teaches International Business and economic history. Recent publications include: Information, Mediation and Institutional Development: Cooperative Structures in Global Business.
SIMON VILLE is Professor of Economics at the University of Wollongong. He is currently working on a project about corporate leadership in twentieth-century Australia. Recent publications include: The Rural Entrepreneurs: A History of the Stock and Station Agent Industry in Australia and New Zealand
SIMON VILLE is Professor of Economics at the University of Wollongong. He is currently working on a project about corporate leadership in twentieth-century Australia. Recent publications include: The Rural Entrepreneurs: A History of the Stock and Station Agent Industry in Australia and New Zealand
Content
History and Theory of the Growth of the Firm.- Entrepreneurship and Management.- Information and Uncertainty.- Corporate Finance.- Labour Management.- Production.- Marketing.- Structure.- Inter-organisational Relations and Co-operative Structures.- International Business.- Government and Business.- Future Directions in Business History.