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Prepare future managers with an understanding of HR skills.Managing Human Resources gives future managers a solid business understanding of human resource management skills. The approach used in this text makes human resources relevant to anyone who has to deal with HR issues in the workplace, even those who do not hold the title of manager. The Eighth Edition is updated to include new introductory vignettes, new case studies, and a focus on emerging trends in HR. MyManagementLab is not included. Students, if MyManagementLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN. MyManagementLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. MyManagementLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product designed to personalize learning and improve results. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts.

Appropriate for Supervision, Supervision Management, and Intro to Management Fundamental Management Skills for the Contemporary Workplace Known as one of the most effective books on management, Supervision Today helps students build an understanding of supervising through real-life concepts, examples, and practice. Its lively, conversational tone and full-color design engages students and helps capture the reality and excitement of the supervisors job. Using a student-friendly approach, Supervision Today covers the essential and traditional elements of managing others with a strong focus on applied and practical skills. The Eighth Edition continues to be rich in instructional aids and experiential opportunities. Concentrating on the evolving roles supervisors must embrace in the current work environment, Supervision Today includes new information on employee engagement; sustainability; technological advances; work, life, and family balance; workplace diversity; supervising global teams; and more.

For courses in Management. Concepts and Skills for the Successful ManagerModern Management: Concepts and Skills is the longest-standing trusted source material on business management. The text comprehensively addresses major concepts such as planning, organizing, influencing and controlling management, as well as the challenges that face all managers. A hands-on approach not only conveys important topics, but also helps students possess the skills they need to be successful in management. The Fourteenth Edition contains updated information and new case studies and examples to reflect the most recent research and developments in the management world. Illustrated with beautiful photography, the text remains engaging and concise while communicating the most important concepts in management. MyManagementLab is not included. Students, if MyManagementLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN. MyManagementLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. MyManagementLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product designed to personalize learning and improve results. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts. Please note that the product you are purchasing does not include MyManagementLab. MyManagementLab Join over 11 million students benefiting from Pearson MyLabs.This title can be supported by MyManagementLab, an online homework and tutorial system designed to test and build your understanding. Would you like to use the power of MyManagementLab to accelerate your learning? You need both an access card and a course ID to access MyManagementLab. These are the steps you need to take: 1. Make sure that your lecturer is already using the system Ask your lecturer before purchasing a MyLab product as you will need a course ID from them before you can gain access to the system.2. Check whether an access card has been included with the book at a reduced cost If it has, it will be on the inside back cover of the book.3. If you have a course ID but no access code, you can benefit from MyManagementLab at a reduced price by purchasing a pack containing a copy of the book and an access code for MyManagementLab (ISBN:9781292096766)4. If your lecturer is using the MyLab and you would like to purchase the product...Go to www.mymanagementlab.com to buy access to this interactive study programme. For educator access, contact your Pearson representative. To find out who your Pearson representative is, visit www.pearsoned.co.uk/replocator

For courses in computer science and software engineering The Fundamental Practice of Software EngineeringSoftware Engineering introduces students to the overwhelmingly important subject of software programming and development. In the past few years, computer systems have come to dominate not just our technological growth, but the foundations of our worlds major industries. This text seeks to lay out the fundamental concepts of this huge and continually growing subject area in a clear and comprehensive manner.The Tenth Edition contains new information that highlights various technological updates of recent years, providing students with highly relevant and current information. Sommervilles experience in system dependability and systems engineering guides the text through a traditional plan-based approach that incorporates some novel agile methods. The text strives to teach the innovators of tomorrow how to create software that will make our world a better, safer, and more advanced place to live.

Statistics is essential for all business majors, and this text helps students see the role statistics will play in their own careers by providing examples drawn from all functional areas of business. Guided by principles set by major statistical and business science associations (ASA and DSI), plus the authors diverse experiences, the Seventh Edition of Levine/Szabat/Stephans Business Statistics: A First Course continues to innovate and improve the way this course is taught to all students. This brief version, created to fit the needs of a one-semester course, is part of the established Berenson/Levine series. MyStatLab not included. Students, if MyStatLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN and course ID. MyStatLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information.MyStatLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product designed to personalize learning and improve results. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts.

For undergraduate or graduate business students. A balanced and holistic approach to business analytics Business Analytics, Second Edition teaches the fundamental concepts of the emerging field of business analytics and provides vital tools in understanding how data analysis works in todays organizations. Students will learn to apply basic business analytics principles, communicate with analytics professionals, and effectively use and interpret analytic models to make better business decisions. Included access to commercial grade analytics software gives students real-world experience and career-focused value. Author James Evans takes a balanced, holistic approach and looks at business analytics from descriptive, and predictive perspectives.

For Educational Psychology courses The most current, comprehensive view of educational psychology todayThe Thirteenth Edition of Educational Psychology continues to emphasize the educational implications and applications of research on child development, cognitive science, learning, motivation, teaching, and assessment. Theory and practice are considered together, showing how information and ideas drawn from educational psychology research can be applied to solve the everyday problems of teaching. The text reflects the field as it offers unique and crucial knowledge to any who dare to teach, and to all who love to learn.

Foundation Maths has been written for students taking higher and further education courses who have not specialised in mathematics on post-16 qualifications and need to use mathematical tools in their courses. It is ideally suited to those studying marketing, business studies, management, science, engineering, social science, geography, combined studies and design. It will be useful for those who lack confidence and who need careful, steady guidance in mathematical methods. For those whose mathematical expertise is already established, the book will be a helpful revision and reference guide. The style of the book also makes it suitable for self-study and distance learning.

Combining Theory & Practice: A Modern Guide to Human ResourcesHuman Resource Management addresses the study of HR in a realistic, practical, and stimulating manner. Examples of how HR management is practiced in the real world and the relationship between various HR topics are interwoven throughout the text, giving students a thorough introduction to the field based on sound theoretical concepts and practice. The Fourteenth Edition reveals HRs strategic importance to management and the overall health of an organization. The text also addresses the ongoing shrinkage of internal HR departments as many companies shift towards HR outsourcing, HR shared service centers, and professional employer organizations. Students should walk away with an appreciation for how the HR profession continues to shed its administrative image and while focusing on mission-oriented activities. MyManagementLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program designed to work with this text to engage students and improve results. Within its structured environment, students practice what they learn, test their understanding, and pursue a personalized study plan that helps them better absorb course material and understand difficult concepts. Please note that the product you are purchasing does not include MyManagementLab. MyManagementLab Join over 11 million students benefiting from Pearson MyLabs.This title can be supported by MyManagementLab, an online homework and tutorial system designed to test and build your understanding. Would you like to use the power of MyManagementLab to accelerate your learning? You need both an access card and a course ID to access MyManagementLab. These are the steps you need to take:1. Make sure that your lecturer is already using the system Ask your lecturer before purchasing a MyLab product as you will need a course ID from them before you can gain access to the system.2. Check whether an access card has been included with the book at a reduced cost If it has, it will be on the inside back cover of the book.3. If you have a course ID but no access code, you can benefit from MyManagementLab at a reduced price by purchasing a pack containing a copy of the book and an access code for MyManagementLab (ISBN:9781292094489)4. If your lecturer is using the MyLab and you would like to purchase the product... Go to www.mymanagementlab.com to buy access to this interactive study programme. For educator access, contact your Pearson representative. To find out who your Pearson representative is, visit www.pearsoned.co.uk/replocator

For courses in Operations and Supply Chain Management. An Integrated Approach to Operations and Supply Chain ManagementIntroduction to Operations and Supply Chain Management is an integrated, comprehensive introduction to both Operations and Supply chain management topics. The text remains engaging and brief while integrating all of the major concepts of both subjects in one cohesive source. The Fourth Edition contains updated chapter content and thorough coverage of analytical tools and techniques that apply to Operations and Supply Chain Management. Introduction to Operations and Supply Chain Management explores two essential, introductory business subjects in an interesting and relatable manner by providing students with real world examples and easy-to-understand material. MyOMLab is not included. Students, if MyOMLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN. MyOMLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. MyOMLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product designed to personalize learning and improve results. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts.

For graduate and undergraduate courses in marketing management. A Succinct Guide to 21st Century Marketing Management Framework for Marketing Management is a concise, streamlined version of Kotler and Kellers fifteenth edition of Marketing Management, a comprehensive look at marketing strategy. The books efficient coverage of current marketing management practices makes for a short yet thorough text that provides the perfect supplement for incorporated simulations, projects, and cases. The Sixth Edition approaches the topic of marketing from a current standpoint, focusing its information and strategy on the realities of 21st century marketing. Individuals, groups, and companies alike can modernize their marketing strategies to comply with 21st century standards by engaging in this succinct yet comprehensive text.

All engineers need to understand the fundamental principles of electrical and electronic technology. This best-selling text provides a clear and accessible introduction to the area, with balanced coverage of electrical, electronic, and power engineering.

For undergraduate courses in Management Science. A logical, step-by-step approach to complex problem-solvingUsing simple, straightforward examples to present complex mathematical concepts, Introduction to Management Science gives students a strong foundation in how to logically approach decision-making problems. Sample problems are used liberally throughout the text to facilitate the learning process and demonstrate different quantitative techniques. Management Science presents modeling techniques that are used extensively in the business world and provides a useful framework for problem-solving that students can apply in the workplace. The Twelfth Edition focuses on the latest technological advances used by businesses and organizations for solving problems and leverages the latest versions of Excel 2013, Excel QM, TreePlan, Crystal Ball, Microsoft Project 2010, and QM for Windows.

For all introductory genetics coursesInformed by many years of genetics teaching and research expertise, authors Mark Sanders and John Bowman use an integrated approach that helps contextualize three core challenges of learning genetics: solving problems, understanding evolution, and understanding the connection between traditional genetics models and more modern approaches. Genetic Analysis: An Integrated Approach, 2/e is extensively updated with relevant, cutting-edge coverage of modern genetics and is supported by MasteringGenetics, the most widely-used homework and assessment program in genetics. Featuring expanded assignment options, MasteringGenetics complements the books problem-solving approach, engages students, and improves results by helping them master concepts and problem-solving skills. MasteringGenetics is not included. Students, if MasteringGenetics is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN and course ID. MasteringGenetics should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. MasteringGenetics is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program designed to work with this text to engage students and improve results. Interactive, self-paced tutorials provide individualized coaching to help students stay on track. With a wide range of activities available, students can actively learn, understand, and retain even the most difficult concepts.

For one-term courses in Organic Chemistry.A comprehensive, problem-solving approach for the brief Organic Chemistry course.Modern and thorough revisions to the streamlined, Essential Organic Chemistry focus on developing students problem solving and analytical reasoning skills throughout organic chemistry. Organized around reaction similarities and rich with contemporary biochemical connections, Bruices Third Edition discourages memorization and encourages students to be mindful of the fundamental reasoning behind organic reactivity: electrophiles react with nucleophiles. Developed to support a diverse student audience studying organic chemistry for the first and only time, Essentials fosters an understanding of the principles of organic structure and reaction mechanisms, encourages skill development through new Tutorial Spreads and and emphasizes bioorganic processes. Contemporary and rigorous, Essentials addresses the skills needed for the 2015 MCAT and serves both pre-med and biology majors. Also Available with MasteringChemistryThis title is also available with MasteringChemistry the leading online homework, tutorial, and assessment system, designed to improve results by engaging students before, during, and after class with powerful content. Instructors ensure students arrive ready to learn by assigning educationally effective content before class, and encourage critical thinking and retention with in-class resources such as Learning Catalytics. Students can further master concepts after class through traditional and adaptive homework assignments that provide hints and answer-specific feedback. The Mastering gradebook records scores for all automatically graded assignments in one place, while diagnostic tools give instructors access to rich data to assess student understanding and misconceptions. MasteringChemistry brings learning full circle by continuously adapting to each student and making learning more personal than everbefore, during, and after class.

Based on proven practical methodologies, this highly practical book will show you how to develop, nurture and guide the talents and skills of other people . Everyone has the potential to be a brilliant mentor.Mentoring is fast-becoming the must-have leadership skill that helps you get the best out of your staff, and Brilliant Mentoring shows how you can have it too. Based on methods specifically developed and proven in business, youll discover what it takes to be a mentor, how to use the individual and collective mentoring methods and how to apply these to common scenarios. With Brilliant Mentoring youll unlock your own unique mentoring ability and reap the rewards in no time at all!BRILLIANT OUTCOMES: Feel confident in your ability to be a great mentor Choose the best mentoring strategy for you and your team Put core mentoring skills into action Increase performance in your workplace

Alix Adams Law for Business Students is popular for explaining the law in a jargon-free, engaging style and exploring the law firmly within the business world in which it operates using real life examples.

Written by two of the field's most respected researchers, Modern Industrial Organization goes beyond the traditional structure-conduct-performance framework by using the latest advances in microeconomic theory, including transaction cost analysis, game theory, contestability, and information economics.Fully updated to reflect new trends and topics, the Fourth Edition focuses on providing students with a clear, unified structure for analyzing theories and empirical evidence about the organization of firms and industries.MyEconLab not included. Students, if MyEconLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN and course ID. MyEconLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information.MyEconLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product designed to personalize learning and improve results. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts.

Speaking in public can be fun honestly! Whatever the occasion, whatever the content, whatever the situation, this book will teach you everything you need to know to plan, prepare and deliver any speech or presentation and will give you the skills to deliver it with style, wit, charm and confidence. Discover expert tips, tricks, tools and techniques that will help you build on skills and abilities you already have so you can stand up in front of any audience and really wow them. Whether youre looking for help in overcoming your fears and building your confidence, or whether youre already quite good and want to polish your performance, this book will help you. Anyone can learn to speak in public. This book will show you how even you can do it brilliantly.

Everyone wants their voice to be heard above the noise of other brands. But how do you get your messages to spread far and wide? YOU NEED TO GO VIRALIts not just down to luck. If you want to make an impact, you need to make your marketing messages magnetic and, in this fascinating book, Brent Coker will show you how. Packed full of practical techniques, expert research and real-life examples, youll quickly uncover the nine secrets of irresistible marketing that will work whatever the size of your company. Discover the science behind the worlds most viral ideas, learn how to create messages that people cant resist sharing and effortlessly build your brand.

Take the fear out of your interview and never be stuck for the right answer to even the toughest questions with The Interview Question and Answer Book.

Your CV has less than 30 seconds to win you an interview, so make it irresistible. With hundreds of CVs submitted for every job vacancy, yours has to work hard to stand out. You need to know what the recruiter wants to see and how to say it, fast. The CV Book brings together years of research and experience to reveal all the insider tips and winning methods that will make sure your CV never fails to impress. Discover how to: write your own CV quickly, and with confidence tailor your CV to every opportunity avoid all of the most common CV mistakes make your CV really stand out from the competition. No matter what your age, background, job or level of experience, The CV Book will help you create an outstanding CV. The CV Book has full online support: CV templates, CV tools and reader offers all available through The CV Centre online at www.jamesinn.es.

This is the definitive, bestselling guide to planning, preparing and performing in interviews to maximise your chances of landing the job you want. The guidance in this book has been tried, tested and honed to perfection. The unique content includes a chapter on avoiding the most common interview mistakes, and important information on how to handle and benefit from the post-interview period. Written by the CEO of the UKs leading CV consultancy service, James Innes, the book is supported by exclusive online tools and bonus content including sample interview questions, templates and best-practice scenarios.

Its simply peerless theres no other book with this range of coverage and this amount of class questions. Melville deserves its place as the UKs leading tax textbook Christopher Coles, University of Stirling The book fits very well with the content and learning objectives of taxation modules Gwen Hannah, University of Dundee Now in its 21st annual edition, Melvilles Taxation continues to be the definitive, market-leading text on UK taxation. This text serves as a comprehensive guide for students taking a first level course in the subject. Featuring clean, uncluttered prose and a wealth of immensely practical examples, this edition brings the book completely up to date with the provisions of the Finance Act 2015. Comprehensively updated to reflect the Finance Act 2015, including: This book will be of value to both undergraduate and professional students of business and accounting, and will be particularly useful for students preparing for the following examinations: ICAEW Professional Stage, Principles of Taxation; Taxation; ACCA Fundamentals Level, Taxation; ACCA Technician Scheme, Foundations in Taxation; CIPFA Diploma Stage, Public Finance and Taxation; AAT Level 4 Diploma, Personal Tax and Business Tax; ATT Certificates, Personal Taxation; Business Taxation and Accounting Principles; AIA Foundation Level, Auditing and Taxation; IFA Level 4, Tax for SMEs. Visit www.pearsoned.co.uk/melville for our suite of resources to accompany this textbook, including a complete solutions guide and Powerpoints slides for each chapter; opportunities for extra practice, and links to relevant web pages. Alan Melville FCA BSc Cert Ed. is a best-selling author. Previously a Senior Lecturer at Nottingham Trent University, he has many years experience of teaching accounting and financial reporting.

In a competitive job market, first impressions are vital. To get an interview youre going to have to stand out and a well-executed cover letter is vital to ensure that you do not fall at the first hurdle. This book takes you through all the essential rules and high impact strategies to ensure your cover letter makes you stand out from the crowd. It takes a detailed look at the fifteen most common cover letter mistakes to ensure you do not make the errors that the competition will be, and covers everysituation from email and fax to speculative letters, career-development letters and advert-response letters.

This market-leading text continues its claim to be the most comprehensive textbook on procurement and supply chain management currently available. It is also of value to professionals and those specialists in other fields who need an understanding of the role and influence of this vital area of business performance. The subject matter has been brought to life using extensive real-life examples and a truly international focus on procurement and supply chain. This new fully revised edition covers new developments in the procurement and supply chain field, and offers increased coverage of project procurement and risk management, global sourcing and contract management, alongside a brand new chapter on Legal and Contractual Management. Whats new? The entire content has been updated to reflect such changes as contract risk, EU Procurement Regulations, category management, procurement strategies and world-class procurement. Extensive research has been carried out on an international scale to reflect material changes in the procurement profession. New teaching resources, including an Instructors Manual and comprehensive PowerPoint slides available from www.pearsoned.co.uk/farrington Procurement & Supply Chain Management offers great value to those aspiring to be leaders in the profession and who are engaged in professional studies for the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply examinations at both the Foundation and Professional stages. It is also a valuable source of practical and reference information for practising professionals. Dr Brian Farrington is the Managing Director of his specialist company, Brian Farrington Limited. They provide training and consultancy support to the public and private sectors of business. They work on major projects and high-value, high-profile and high-risk procurements. He has extensive experience in the USA, Canada, Southern Africa, Hong Kong and Europe. He has resolved major disputes and negotiated complex contracts, including outsourcing key business services.

Take your performance to the next level with our tried-and-tested guide on innovation.The Innovation Workout has been specially developed to be clear, simple, very easy to follow and highly effective. Our unique pre-workout test will help you identify your weak and strong points and the straightforward 10-step improvement plan will show you how you can quickly boost your skills. Test yourself Start by finding out your current confidence and knowledge of innovation Follow the 10 Steps learn everything you need to know to become an expert innovator Take action Experience 10 situations where you can apply your new-found skill in real life Face your fears Take on 10 common innovation challenges to test your skills and find out how to handle them.This book really works. Start your innovation workout today and begin exercising your full potential.

The bestselling and astonishingly simple guide to the fundamental principles of accounting, written specifically for those without a financial background. Simple, easily absorbed and clearly explained, this book will guide you through all the major accounting concepts. You will learn how to master company accounts, understand balance sheets, profit and loss accounts and cash flow systems and how to analyse and monitor your companys financial performance.

The Strategy Workout has been specially developed to be clear, simple, very easy to follow and highly effective. Our unique pre-workout test will help you identify your weak and strong points and the straightforward 10-step improvement plan will show you how you can quickly boost your skills.

Run every project smoothly, successfully and on time This book contains a range of essential checklists for busy project managers, each one of which has been developed, tested and proven to work. Brilliant Checklists for Project Managers quickly provides hundreds of practical tips, techniques and strategies, based on proven insider knowledge and expertise to help you to deliver brilliant projects. Complete your projects successfully, on time and within budget Understand and master all aspects of any project Run any type of project, no matter what size Quickly find the answers you need just when you need themEverything you need to know, think about and do to run your project successfully and efficiently.