Introduction to Management

This brand new textbook covers all of the core topics found on Introduction to Management modules, and the author's clear, accessible writing style guides students through the world of management. The book also goes a step further to encourage students to develop a critical mindset and think about academic debates around the subject.nnInnovative Skillsets linked to each substantive chapter integrate practical skills with the topics. Skills such as time management, critical analysis, referencing, personal development planning and reviewing literature are included. Clear, step-by-step guidance helps students develop each skill, understand why it is important, and see how the topic is relevant to practical applications in the real world of business.nnA truly international range of case studies broadens students' horizons and encourages them to look beyond the standard examples from the UK and America. Emerging markets are becoming ever more important in the rapidly changing business environment, a fact reflected by the inclusion of case studies from the Middle East, Latin America and Africa.nnAn Online Resource Centre accompanies the textbook, and includes:nnFor students:nMultiple choice questionsnSuggested answers for the exercises and discussion points.nFlashcard glossary.nWeb links.nnFor registered adopters:nTest Bank of exercises.nLibrary of video links, with teaching notes and cross-references to the textbook.nFully integrated and customisable PowerPoint slides.