Management and Organisational Behaviour - Couverture souple

Mullins, Laurie

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0273651471 ISBN 13 : 9780273651475

Editeur : Pearson Education Limited, 2001

Synopsis

The sixth edition of Europe's best selling Organisational Behaviour textbook builds on the strengths and reputation of previous editions. With its accessible writing style and comprehensive coverage and strong internal layout it has proven to be the text of choice for students of business and management. demonstrating the application of behavioural science within the workplace the author emphasises the role of management as a core integrating activity. compiled in The Guardian, The Times, The Bookseller and Management Today. A critical reflection feature within each chapter encourages the student to critically evaluate the key ideas and practices within management and organisational behaviour. It includes a 'debate' topic which offers a springboard for lively group and class discussion of important issues. A page referenced glossary of key terms at the end of the book enables students to locate the information quickly. New and updated articles from the Financial Times have been chosen to highlight the debate in the media and amongst practising managers concerning topical issues. References to research and publications have been rigorously edited to ensure only the most relevant, important and up-to-date are included. questions containing extensive feedback, annotated weblinks, suggested activities and further case studies to complement the text. For the lecturer, an enhanced lecturer's guide with teaching notes and a range of additional case studies and seminar activities is available. PowerPoint slides, OHT masters and a bank of multiple choice questions and answers will also be available. Behaviour: We needed a textbook written to fit into the European context and the European way of thinking. Mullins has provided us with that perfectly. The international dimension will help students in their future studies and beyond. Jorgen Ljund, Linkoping University The book is logically structured and clearly written, thus enabling easy access to the subject without compromising the academic integrity. The theories and concepts discussed in the text are clearly applied through interesting and relevant case studies. It is ideal for undergraduates, but I have also found it proves useful for overseas postgraduate students, for whom English is not their first language.' Alf Crossman, Surrey European Management School, University of Surrey 'This text offers a balanced view of management theories with stimulating, but practical illustrations for a whole range of practitioners.' Jeannie Frodsham, Lecturer in Management Studies, DMS Co-ordinator, Bury College

A propos du livre

Quatrième de couverture

Management starts with Mullins

 

Thousands of students worldwide have made a successful start to their studies with Management and Organisational Behaviour. Written in an engaging style and packed with contemporary references to management research and practice, this book continues to be the Organisational Behaviour text of choice for today’s students.

 

A range of intriguing examples and case studies illustrate the theories of human behaviour at work, and the influence of individuals, leaders and groups on organisational performance. Find out:

• how different organisational cultures developed under high-profile, individual leadership at Virgin Atlantic and Ryanair.

• how a multinational organisation like Dell, grew from a small business to a global giant, mobilising workers across three continents to deliver your new PC to your door.

• what the ingenuity and enterprise of Nobel prize-winner Mohammed Yunus and Grameen Bank can do to relieve third-world poverty.

• why personal social responsibility, ethical leadership and philanthropy is important to Bill Gates, Warren Buffet and Anita Roddick.

• what the organisational goals in working toward an event like the London Olympics reveal about organisational strategy.

 

Using frequent questions and exercises, a clear layout, and additional online resources, this book will enable you to

• think critically about topical issues and debates.

• develop your personal and professional skills for work and study.

• reinforce and assess your knowledge and understanding.

• navigate your way through the text efficiently and effectively.

• succeed in your project work, research and exams.

 

[INSERT ‘refresh’ icon from text here] Assess and Refresh! Use the Companion Website to this book to check your understanding and prepare for exams. It’s as simple as this:

1. go to www.pearsoned.co.uk/mullins.

2. register the access code in the card provided with this text.

3. get ahead using an online study guide, self-assessment tests, and electronic ‘flashcards’.

 

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Présentation de l'éditeur

The sixth edition of Europe's best selling Organisational Behaviour textbook builds on the strengths and reputation of previous editions. With its accessible writing style and comprehensive coverage and strong internal layout it has proven to be the text of choice for students of business and management. By presenting a managerial approach to organisational behaviour and demonstrating the application of behavioural science within the workplace the author emphasises the role of management as a core integrating activity. Management and Organisational Behaviour features annually in bestseller lists compiled in The Guardian, The Times, The Bookseller and Management Today.

 

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Pearson Education Limited
• Date d'édition: 2001
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0273651471
• ISBN 13: 9780273651475
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 6
• Nombre de pages: 952
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: Riccardo Bacigalupo; riccardo.bacigalupo@sanoma.it; ; Sanoma Italia Via Arconati, 1 �; Milano; 20135; Italie