Corporate Governance in the Knowledge Economy: Lessons from Case Studies in the Finance Sector (Griffiths Paul David Richard)(Pevná vazba)

Corporate Governance in the Knowledge Economy: Lessons from Case Studies in the Finance Sector (Griffiths Paul David Richard)(Pevná vazba)

Tackles issues such as the advent of technology, cultural changes associated with the incorporation of Gen Y into the workforce, and the proliferation of social networks and effects such as Big Data and cyber-threatsExplores the relationship between senior management and the rank and file of the

Lessons in Corporate Finance: A Case Studies Approach to Financial Tools, Financial Policies, and Valuation (Asquith Paul)(Pevná vazba)

An intuitive introduction to fundamental corporate finance concepts and methods Lessons in Corporate Finance, Second Edition offers a comprehensive introduction to the subject, using a unique interactive question and answer-based approach. Asking a series of increasingly difficult questions, this

Corporate Governance in Russia (No Contributor)(Pevná vazba)

This book explores discussions and practice around corporate governance in Russia from the early 1990s until 2018. 　It covers three major aspects of corporate governance theory and practice: a vision of corporate governance in Russia in the context of global trends and challenges, the general

Lessons from the Titans: What Companies in the New Economy Can Learn from the Great Industrial Giants to Drive Sustainable Success (Davis Scott)(Pevná vazba)

Three top Wall Street analysts reveal enduring lessons in sustainable success from the great industrial titans--the high-tech companies of their day--to the disruptors that now dominate the economy.Before Silicon Valley disrupted the world with new technologies and business models, America's

The Noel Stranger (Evans Richard Paul)(Pevná vazba)

From 'The King of Christmas,' Richard Paul Evans, the next exciting holiday-themed novel in his New York Times bestselling The Noel Collection. Maggie Walther feels like her world is imploding. Publicly humiliated after her husband, a local councilman, is arrested for bigamy, and her subsequent

The Theory of Corporate Finance (Tirole Jean)(Pevná vazba)

The past twenty years have seen great theoretical and empirical advances in the field of corporate finance. Whereas once the subject addressed mainly the financing of corporations--equity, debt, and valuation--today it also embraces crucial issues of governance, liquidity, risk management,

Boards That Deliver: Advancing Corporate Governance from Compliance to Competitive Advantage (Charan Ram)(Pevná vazba)

Finally, a book that brings the vision of truly good governance down to earth. Ram Charan, expert in corporate governance and best-selling author, packs this book with useful tools and techniques to take boards and their companies to a higher level of performance. Charan puts his finger on a

101/2 Lessons from Experience: Perspectives on Fund Management (Marshall Paul)(Pevná vazba)

In 101/2 Lessons from Experience, Paul Marshall distils the experience of 35 years of investing, including over 20 years at Marshall Wace, the global equity hedge fund partnership. He describes the disconnect between academic theory and market practice, in particular the reality and persistence of

Sustainability, Stakeholder Governance, and Corporate Social Responsibility (Dorobantu Sinziana)(Pevná vazba)

Scholarly interest in the areas of sustainability, stakeholder relations and corporate social responsibility (CSR) has increased considerably in recent years. In this volume, we take a step back to consider the fundamental questions that underlie and tie research across these areas together. The

Apocalypse Illuminated: The Visual Exegesis of Revelation in Medieval Illustrated Manuscripts (Emmerson Richard K.)(Pevná vazba)

Studies the illustration of Revelation in manuscripts from the ninth to the fifteenth century. Examines how twenty-five of the most important illustrated Apocalypses illustrate the biblical text and interpret it for diverse

Governance in the Digital Age: A Guide for the Modern Corporate Board Director (Stafford Brian)(Pevná vazba)

A new edition of the #1 text in the human computer Interaction field! This book seeks to chart the technology-fueled changes taking place in the field of corporate governance and describes the impact these changes are having on boards and the enterprises they govern. It also describes what the

Corporate Insolvency Law and Bankruptcy Reforms in the Global Economy (Kashyap Amit)(Pevná vazba)

Discusses the importance of insolvency laws in the financial architecture of emerging economies, as well as its fundamental issues. Featuring research on topics such as business restructuring, debt recovery, and governance regulations, this book is designed for law students, policymakers,

Indian Banking in the Globalised World (Uppal R. K.)(Pevná vazba)

Banking sector reforms have supported the transition of the Indian economy to a higher growth path while significantly improving the stability of the financial system. In comparison with the pre-reform period, the Indian banking system today is more stable and efficient. However, the gains of the

Snakes in Suits: Understanding and Surviving the Psychopaths in Your Office (Babiak Paul)(Pevná vazba)

Revised and updated with the latest scientific research and updated case studies, the business classic that offers a revealing look at psychopaths in the workplace--how to spot their destructive behavior and stop them from creating chaos in the modern corporate organization.Over the past decade,

Value Creation and Opportunity Management in Africa's Leather Sector (Mwinyihija Mwinyikione)(Pevná vazba)

This book provides unique research findings from the leather sector in African and the stratums of the value chains. The result is emerging knowledge and resourcefulness to the global community and an attestation to Africa's transformative trajectory from commodity dependence to product development

Redefining Corporate Social Responsibility (Crowther David)(Pevná vazba)

Through a series of studies of aspects of CSR from around the world, this book re-examines the topic though the lenses of various disciplines and cultures. It shows that the subject is much wider than is generally perceived and that CSR is evolving in a way which has not been generally recognized

Full Count: The Education of a Pitcher (Cone David)(Pevná vazba)

Met and Yankee All-Star pitcher David Cone shares lessons from the World Series and beyond in this essential New York Times bestselling memoir for baseball fans everywhere.'There was a sense about him and an aura about him. Even when he was in trouble, he carried himself like a pitcher who said,

Dark Side of Healthcare, The: Issues, Cases, and Lessons for the Future (Edwards Brian)(Pevná vazba)

The Dark Side of Healthcare draws uncomfortable lessons from over 300 case studies of events that occurred in the healthcare sector. Health services have many skilled and dedicated professionals but there is a dark side that cannot be ignored. The unthinkable has happened and might have been

Work Analysis in the Knowledge Economy: Documenting What People Do in the Workplace for Human Resource Development (Jacobs Ronald L.)(Pevná vazba)

Presents work analysis strictly from a HRD perspective Updates competitive titles that are ten years oldBased on 40 years of practical experience in organizations as a consultantAddresses how to perform work analysis in a knowledge economyOffers an entire section on how to use the information

Lessons in Classical Painting: Essential Techniques from Inside the Atelier (Aristides Juliette)(Pevná vazba)

A companion volume to Lessons in Classical Drawing and an atelier in book form, Lessons in Classical Painting breaks down the foundational skills and techniques of painting in a format that is accessible and manageable for all readers. With the same direct, easy-to-follow approach of Juliette

Marketing Lessons from the Grateful Dead: What Every Business Can Learn from the Most Iconic Band in History (Scott David Meerman)(Pevná vazba)

The Grateful Dead-rock legends, marketing pioneers The Grateful Dead broke almost every rule in the music industry book. They encouraged their fans to record shows and trade tapes; they built a mailing list and sold concert tickets directly to fans; and they built their business model on live

Local Social Innovation to Combat Poverty and Exclusion: A Critical Appraisal(Pevná vazba)

Based on more than 30 case studies in eight different countries, this book explores the governance dynamics of local social innovations in the field of poverty reduction. The diverse team of contributors reflects on the trajectory of social innovation in European governance. They illustrate how

Legacy of the Lions - Lessons in Leadership from the British & Irish Lions (Hastings Gavin)(Pevná vazba)

Living the Corporate Purpose: Insights from Companies in Asia (Chong Mark)(Pevná vazba)

Corporate purpose has become a global phenomenon in recent years. Increasingly, businesses are expected to 'produce profitable solutions to the problems of people and planet, and not to profit from producing problems for people or planet' (World Economic Forum). However, the literature on how