A Handbook of Practicing Anthropology - Couverture rigide

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ISBN 10 : 0470674601 ISBN 13 : 9780470674604

Editeur : John Wiley & Sons, 2013

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Présentation de l'éditeur :

An essential career–planning resource, A Handbook of Practicing Anthropology presents a comprehensive account of contemporary anthropological practice written primarily by anthropological practitioners

• Engagingly written  and instructive accounts  of practice by anthropological professionals working in corporations, governmental, entrepreneurial, and educational settings
• Provides essential guidance on applying anthropological principles on the job: what works well and what must be learned
• Emphasizes the value of collaboration, teamwork, and continuous learning as key elements to success in non–academic careers
• Highlights the range of successful career options for practitioners , describes  significant sectors of professional activity, and discusses key issues, concerns, and controversies in the field
• Chapters examine key practice sectors such as freelancing, managing a consulting firm, working for government, non–profits, and corporations, and the domains of health, industry, education, international development, and the military

Quatrième de couverture :

A Handbook of Practicing Anthropology presents a comprehensive account of contemporary, collaborative anthropological practice written primarily by non–academic anthropologist practitioners. The diverse range of topics includes professional training and preparation, job–hunting, professional development, career planning, ethics, teamwork, and other important aspects of anthropological practice beyond the confines of academia. Key practice sectors such as freelancing, managing a consulting firm, and working for government, non–profits, and corporations are also examined. Additional chapters address work in the domains of health, industry, education, international development, and the military. A Handbook of Practicing Anthropology is an essential resource for anyone contemplating a career path outside of the academy and wishing to apply anthropological principles to their work in a wide range of professional settings.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: John Wiley & Sons
• Date d'édition: 2013
• ISBN 10: 0470674601
• ISBN 13: 9780470674604
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 432