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The Development of Modern Business - Hardcover

Gordon Boyce; Simon Ville

 
9780333598771: The Development of Modern Business

Synopsis

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.

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About the Author

GORDON BOYCE is Director of the International Business Program at Victoria University. He teaches International Business and economic history.; SIMON VILLE is Professor of Economics at the University of Wollongong, Australia.

From the Back Cover

This innovative business history text book blends economic theory with empirical evidence to chart business development over the last two centuries in the UK, the United States, Japan and Australia. Each chapter considers an issue of current significance, introduces theories to illuminate the topic and discusses historical evidence and debates. Features include: boxed case studies and original documents; illustrations and statistical tables; discussion questions and suggestions for further reading. Themes include:
* 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
The Development of Modern Business addresses enduring concerns for entrepreneurs, managers and students and demonstrates the value of an historical perspective from which to judge present day issues.

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