Synopsis:
Intended to provide in one concise volume the principal ideas and developments in the theory and practice of management, this is directly related to ACCA, CIMA, ICSA and IOB courses. It should also be useful to business and accountancy students on IOM, IIM and IAM courses. This edition has been updated and has new chapters on information technology, financial management, communication skills, social responsibilty of organization, work design and management time. Various case studies have been included. It is on the official reading list of ACCA paper 2.5(b) Organization and Management, and CIMA stage 2 Management. A lecturer's supplement is available.
About the Author:
The late Gerald Cole worked and taught in a wide variety of large and small organisations in the public and private sectors. He held two non-executive directorships and was also an external examiner in CMS and DMS courses at Middlesex University. Phil, formerly advisor to Asia's highest paid CEO, worked for over 20 companies in almost as many countries prior to appointment as Senior Lecturer at Liverpool Business School. Having completed his Doctorate in Business Administration, at one of Europe's leading Business Schools, he went on to establish himself in academia, teaching at a range of universities. An experienced lecturer, he has an MA (distinction) in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, and frequently teaches on a range of business courses. In 2012 Phil's students nominated him for an Amazing Teacher Award. In addition, after being nominated by the Liverpool Business School, he received the University Award for outstanding impact on the student learning experience. Phil has written several books, including 'Management - Theory and Practice Ed 7' with Gerald Cole and, 'International Business and Management', both of which were published with Cengage. His books are popular texts on a range of business degree programmes. Phil lives on the Wirral with his wife Rebecca and three sons Toby, Jacob and Ben.
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