
Management: An Introduction
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Management, 9th Edition is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the theory and practice of management. Designed to support those new to the field throughout their studies, the new edition will help you to develop your critical thinking, data gathering, self-reflection, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Underpinned by reliable and up-to-date empirical research, this market-leading textbook combines robust academic perspectives with practical applications.
Key features include:
- Diverse case studies and examples from across sectors and organisations help you connect academic theory to real-world challenges and strategies
- Topics such as cultures and contexts, decision-making and strategy, and entrepreneurship
- An enhanced focus on contemporary management themes of sustainability and responsible management
- New "Management in Practice" illustrations that particularly address climate impact and sustainability issues.
- New sections covering the Grand Societal Challenges where change depends on securing agreement between many diverse global stakeholders
As a result, this is an ideal guide and companion for your studies and an essential resource for those looking to develop their understanding and enhance their professional skillsets as future managers and business leaders.
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David Boddy is formerly a Reader, and then Research Fellow, at the Adam Smith Business School, University of Glasgow.
Content
- Managing in organisations
- Theories of management
Part 1 Case: Apple Inc.
Part 2: The Environment of Management- Organisation cultures and contexts
- Managing internationally
- Corporate responsibility
Part 2 case: BP
Part 3: Planning- Making decisions
- Planning
- Managing strategy
- Managing marketing
Part 3 case: The Virgin Group
Part 4: Organising- Structure
- Human resource management
- Information systems and e-business
- Entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation
Part 4 case: NatWest Group
Part 5: Leading- Influencing
- Motivating
- Communicating
- Teams
- Managing change through projects
Part 5 case: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust
Part 6: Controlling- Managing operations and quality
- Control and performance measurement
Part 6 case: Tesco
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References
Index
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