Core Management Principles

The fully revised and updated edition of the classic book about Nordstrom's extraordinary customer service In this new edition of the management classic, the authors explore in-depth the core values o

The Handbook of General Surgery provides the advanced core knowledge for general surgery, as well as the latest opinions on management of general surgery and a comprehensive review on the latest evide

This book addresses some of the major contemporary issues in comparative business and employment relations. At its core are the findings of a four-year exploration of the management of employment rela

Kellett and Dalton present a core text in Conflict Management derived from extensive class testing of their material. Their book helps readers understand the elements of conflict and act on that unde

An innovative text that aims to deepen students’ knowledge of business ethics through a multidisciplinary approach grounded in moral philosophy, management principles, business history, and economics.

The Emotional Intelligence of Jesus introduces readers to key principles of emotional intelligence—self-awareness, empathy, assertiveness, optimism, and stress management—illustrating them in the life

The Emotional Intelligence of Jesus introduces readers to key principles of emotional intelligence—self-awareness, empathy, assertiveness, optimism, and stress management—illustrating them in the life

RAND researchers recommend that China should create an innovative health care delivery model based on population health management principles and sophisticated health information technology, rather th

RAND researchers recommend that China should create an innovative health care delivery model based on population health management principles and sophisticated health information technology, rather th

Proven and emerging strategies for addressing document and records management risk within the framework of information governance principles and best practicesInformation Governance (IG) is a rapidly

Presents a methodology that integrates modeling and design, UML, patterns, test-driven development, quality assurance, configuration management, and agile principles throughout the life cycle. In this

Discusses how to use Oracle Application Express and the principles of agile software development to create the highest quality software, addressing project management, team development, documentation,

Design-type research is the interdisciplinary study of design methodology, principles, and guidelines. Vahidov (management systems, Concordia U., Canada) concentrates on design-oriented research in th

Designing and Implementing Global Selection Systems provides insights and essential management tools for planning and implementing an effective global staffing system. Provides the basic principles o

Designing and Implementing Global Selection Systems provides insights and essential management tools for planning and implementing an effective global staffing system. Provides the basic principles o

The book is organized around basic principles of software project management: planning and estimating, measuring and controlling, leading and communicating, and managing risk. Introduces software dev

Agroecology is the science of applying ecological concepts and principles to the design, development, and management of sustainable agricultural systems. Agroecological economics, a subsection of agri

Edelstein (nutrition and dietetics, Simmons College) integrates culinary, hospitality, and dietetics management principles in this textbook for future nutrition professionals. The 17 chapters are by c

This comprehensive reference will help programmers transition into PostgreSQL for the first time, while learning about key relational database design and management principles simultaneously, to help

Describes the general principles of going into business for oneself, and discusses structure, management, partnership, existing businesses and franchises, and the special situations of retail, service

Essential Mathematics for Political and Social Research addresses an educational deficiency in the social and behavioral sciences. This 2006 book was the first of its kind to specifically address the comprehensive introduction to the mathematical principles needed by modern social scientists. The material introduces basic mathematical principles necessary to do analytical work in the social sciences, starting from first principles, but without unnecessary complexity. The core purpose is to present fundamental notions in standard notation and standard language with a clear, unified framework throughout. Through examples and exercises, this book is intended to not only motivate specific mathematical principles and practices, but also introduce the way that social science researchers use these tools. The intended emphasis is on conceptual understanding of key principles and their subsequent application.

Essential Mathematics for Political and Social Research addresses an educational deficiency in the social and behavioral sciences. This 2006 book was the first of its kind to specifically address the comprehensive introduction to the mathematical principles needed by modern social scientists. The material introduces basic mathematical principles necessary to do analytical work in the social sciences, starting from first principles, but without unnecessary complexity. The core purpose is to present fundamental notions in standard notation and standard language with a clear, unified framework throughout. Through examples and exercises, this book is intended to not only motivate specific mathematical principles and practices, but also introduce the way that social science researchers use these tools. The intended emphasis is on conceptual understanding of key principles and their subsequent application.

A step-by-step guide to practical care planning and management of a wide variety of clinical case scenarios encountered in the primary and secondary dental care setting. Covering all the core aspects

The financial industry has recently adopted Python at a tremendous rate, with some of the largest investment banks and hedge funds using it to build core trading and risk management systems. Updated f

Creative Arts Marketing 3rd edition is a long-awaited update of a classic and influential text. A groundbreaking book when first published, it covers the core concepts of marketing and management as t

Produced in conjunction with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and part of a vital series for today's manager, Working with People explores one of the six core skills for managers who want to

The context and environment of public services is becoming increasingly complex and the management of change and innovation is now a core task for the successful public manager. This text aims to p

GIS for Environmental Applications provides a practical introduction to the principles, methods, techniques and tools in GIS for spatial data management, analysis, modelling and visualisation, and the

GIS for Environmental Applications provides a practical introduction to the principles, methods, techniques and tools in GIS for spatial data management, analysis, modelling and visualisation, and the

The College Board has provided the statistics for the five most popular tests among the military: Principles of Management, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature, Introductory Psychology, College Comp

Building on the first principles of environmental chemistry, engineering, and ecology, this volume fills the need for an advanced textbook introducing the modern, integrated environmental management a

Hopper (Middle Tennessee State U.) identifies brain-compatible learning strategies new college students can use to improve their learning. She covers time management, goal setting, learning principles

Although the perioperative care of patients by anesthesiologists draws on diverse clinical skills, the principles of anesthesiology and pain management are rooted in the neurosciences. The Neuroscient

Understanding finance and accounting principles is important in interfacing and conducting business with accountants, financial analysts, and members of upper management. In a relatively simple and ea

Hassan (law, U. of Technology Sydney, Australia) describes international management principles and policies of land-based sources of marine pollution control and analyzes provisions of international a

Offering a practical approach to administration based on sound administrative and management theories and principles, this text focuses on the roles of exercise-related professionals including physica

In today's fast-paced global business environment, the conventional model of the corporation and its management principles no longer deliver results. Economic upheaval, changing demographics, and tech

Manufacturing management consultants emphasize the underlying principles of lean manufacturing as a systematic philosophy of production. They say their program can especially help small and medium com

Revised and updated, this edition covers general principles of overdose management; the automonic nervous system, neurotransmitters and drugs; drugs used in psychiatry; cardiac drugs; agents that burn

Brings together the principles of ecology, population biology, wildlife conservation and management. Examines wildlife in the context of ecosystems and the factors which determine population levels. C