This book guides readers through the challenges and provides tools to address those challenges. It provides an understanding of areas including:
The concept of HRM
Performance management strategies
Legal and regulatory compliance
Organizational development
Conflict management
Payroll and compensation
Information technology in HRM
Health and safety
Personnel development
The core of every company is its people, and Human Resources Management (HRM) is the key to handling all the complexities of human relations, compensation, conflict resolution, and much more. Strategies and tactics are needed to effectively manage the human resource potential that drives all companies to profitability and success.
About the Series
The Self-Learning Management series is designed to help students, new managers, career switchers and entrepreneurs learn essential management lessons. This series is designed to address every aspect of business from HR to Finance to Marketing to Operations, be it any industry. Each book includes basic fundamentals, important concepts, standard and well-known principles as well as practical ways of application of the subject matter. The distinctiveness of the series lies in that all the relevant information is bundled in a compact form that is very easy to interpret.
After reading this book, you will be able to answer the following questions:
What is Operations and Supply Chain Management and why is it important?
What are the key functions within this field, and how do they interact with one another and the broader business?
What are the responsibilities and decisions that managers in each functional area think about?
How will disruptions in the Supply Chain impact the business world and our lives going forward?
What are the practical applications of the knowledge gained around Supply Chain Operations?
Have you ever wondered what your peers meant by "Supply Chain" or "Operations", or why either of these fields matter? What about people that work in these roles - what do they actually do? In Operations and Supply Chain Management Essentials You Always Wanted to Know these questions will be answered, and more.
This practical, yet simple, guide uses a hypothetical company and the consumer product they make, to explain how the various functions within the Supply Chain intertwine and contribute to bring a finished product to life for consumers in the market. You don't need a management background to understand our story of how new demands, changing preferences, and unforeseen circumstances force this fictional company to adapt in order to survive. By posing questions that Supply Chain Operations Manager's face, you will start to think like a Supply Chain Operations professional, whether it be in professional or personal applications. You may not be inspired to make a career shift into these areas or chat Supply Chain topics at the dinner table, however, you will gain an understanding and appreciation for how these activities make everyday products and services at our disposal - and why this is increasingly important for companies to pay attention to.
About the Series
The Self-Learning Management series is designed to help students, new managers, career switchers and entrepreneurs learn essential management lessons. This series is designed to address every aspect of business from HR to Finance to Marketing to Operations, be it any industry. Each book includes basic fundamentals, important concepts, standard and well-known principles as well as practical ways of application of the subject matter. The distinctiveness of the series lies in that all the relevant information is bundled in a compact form that is very easy to interpret.
Includes Chapter Summaries and Solutions to Practice Exercises
Fundamentals and important principles included
Practical approach for application by business professionals
Solved examples with real-life business scenarios
Cost Accounting & Management Essentials You Always Wanted To Know: 4th Edition is an introduction to cost accounting for engineers and scientists moving into management roles.
The book covers:
An introduction to cost accounting
Cost-Volume-Profit (CVP) analysis
Activity based Costing
Other aspects of cost allocation and control
Decision making using relevant information
About the Series
The Self-Learning Management series is designed to help students, new managers, career switchers and entrepreneurs learn essential management lessons. This series is designed to address every aspect of business from HR to Finance to Marketing to Operations, be it any industry. Each book includes basic fundamentals, important concepts, standard and well-known principles as well as practical ways of application of the subject matter. The distinctiveness of the series lies in that all the relevant information is bundled in a compact form that is very easy to interpret.
After reading this book, you will be able to answer the following questions: What is Operations and Supply Chain Management and why is it important? What are the key functions within this field, and how do they interact with one another and the broader business? What are the responsibilities and decisions that managers in each functional area think about? How will disruptions in the Supply Chain impact the business world and our lives going forward? What are the practical applications of the knowledge gained around Supply Chain Operations?
Have you ever wondered what your peers meant by Supply Chain or Operations, or why either of these fields matter? What about people that work in these roles what do they actually do? In Operations and Supply Chain Management Essentials You Always Wanted to Know these questions will be answered, and more. This practical, yet simple, guide uses a hypothetical company and the consumer product they make, to explain how the various functions within the Supply Chain intertwine and contribute to bring a finished product to life for consumers in the market. You don t need a management background to understand our story of how new demands, changing preferences, and unforeseen circumstances force this fictional company to adapt in order to survive. By posing questions that Supply Chain Operations Manager s face, you will start to think like a Supply Chain Operations professional, whether it be in professional or personal applications. You may not be inspired to make a career shift into these areas or chat Supply Chain topics at the dinner table, however, you will gain an understanding and appreciation for how these activities make everyday products and services at our disposal and why this is increasingly important for companies to pay attention to. About the Author Ashley McDonough is a Supply Chain and Finance professional who holds an M.B.A from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, one of the top M.B.A. programs in the world. She also holds a Bachelor s degree from the University of Minnesota, with an emphasis in Supply Chain, Operations Management, and Economics. About the Series Operations and Supply Chain Management Essentials You Always Wanted to Know is part of the Self-Learning Management Series that helps working professionals moving into management roles. This Self Learning Management Series intends to give a jump start to working professionals, whose job roles demand to have the knowledge imparted in a B-school but haven t got a chance to visit one. This series is designed to address every aspect of business from HR to Finance to Marketing to Operations, be it any industry. Each book includes basic fundamentals, important concepts, standard and well-known principles as well as practical ways of application of the subject matter. The distinctiveness of the series lies in that all the relevant information is bundled in a compact form that is very easy to interpret. About Vibrant Publishers Vibrant Publishers is focused on presenting the best texts for learning about technology and business as well as books for test preparation. Categories include programming, operating systems and other texts focused on IT. In addition, a series of books helps professionals in their own disciplines learn the business skills needed in their professional growth. Vibrant Publishers has a standardized test preparation series covering the GMAT, GRE and SAT, providing ample study and practice material in a simple and well organized format, helping students get closer to their dream
Автор: Publishers Vibrant, Picardi Carrie Название: Leadership Essentials You Always Wanted To Know ISBN: 1636510337 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781636510330 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 12068.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание:
The reader will gain an understanding of the following from this book:
● Attributes of effective leader
● Different roles of leader
● Impact of setting and context on leaders choices
● Integration of ethics into best practices
● Trends influencing the evolution of leadership in the 21st century
Have you ever wanted to know how to become the type of person that others look to for guidance? In Leadership Essentials You Always Wanted To Know, you will learn what it takes to be a strong leader who can guide any team to success.
Driven by the latest research on leadership, this straight-forward guide breaks down not only the traits of highly effective leaders, but also how to use those traits in a variety of situations. You do not need to already be in a leadership position to benefit from the lessons detailed in this book. Aside from describing the best practices of effective leadership, you will learn the essential knowledge and core competencies of influential leaders, while also exploring real world applications that have been faced--and overcome--by thriving organizations. With chapter summaries and quizzes to reinforce concepts, as well as online resources to supplement the reading, this is one book you will not want to ignore.
About the Author
Dr Carrie A. Picardi, Ph.D., is an industrial/organizational psychologist with over 20 years of professional experience in human resource management, as a research analyst and consultant, and in academia as a tenured professor of management. She has led initiatives in the areas of leadership development, assessment center design and deployment, job analysis, talent acquisition and retention, compensation and total rewards, learning and development, performance management, and employee engagement.
Автор: Publishers Vibrant Название: Agile Essentials You Always Wanted To Know ISBN: 1636510051 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781636510057 Издательство: Gazelle Book Services Рейтинг: Цена: 8620.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание:
Agile Essentials You Always Wanted To Know provides a primary understanding of the Agile development methodology, when it is appropriate to use it, and the commonly used Agile practices.
Автор: Publishers Vibrant Название: Agile Essentials You Always Wanted To Know ISBN: 1636510078 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781636510071 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 12068.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание:
Includes
Agile Manifesto Principles and Values
Scrum Pillars, Roles, Artifacts
Agile Planning and Execution
Agile Project Management
Agile Essentials You Always Wanted To Know is a complete yet compact and easily understandable guide for anyone wanting to learn the fundamentals of Agile.
The Agile methodology can be greatly beneficial for many projects and organizations. But what exactly is Agile and is it always beneficial? Agile Essentials You Always Wanted To Know provides a primary understanding of the Agile development methodology, when it is appropriate to use it, and the commonly used Agile practices.
By understanding Agile through this book, one will be able to adapt to the changing project requirements, complete projects and work faster, and optimize the workflow along with efficiently managing the various stages of a project.
The reader will gain an understanding of the following from this book:
An overall understanding of Agile, its methodologies and common practices
An introduction to Scrum, a key Agile methodology
The various aspects of Agile planning as well as execution
The applicability of Agile in development and operations
The concepts and practices in Agile tracking and reporting
An overview of Agile leadership and team practices
About the Series
Agile Essentials You Always Wanted To Know is part of the Self-Learning Management Series that helps working professionals moving into management roles. This Self Learning Management Series intends to give a jump start to working professionals, whose job roles demand to have the knowledge imparted in a B-school but haven't got a chance to visit one. This series is designed to address every aspect of business from HR to Finance to Marketing to Operations, be it any industry. Each book includes basic fundamentals, important concepts, standard and well-known principles as well as practical ways of application of the subject matter. The distinctiveness of the series lies in that all the relevant information is bundled in a compact form that is very easy to interpret.
About the Author
Kalpesh Ashar is a management consultant and corporate trainer. He holds an MBA from SPJIMR, an Engineering degree, and Agile certifications including CSM (Certified Scrum Master), PMI-ACP (PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner), and SFPC - Scrum Foundations Professional Certificate. Mr. Ashar has over 21 years of experience in large organizations and start-ups in Asia, USA, and Europe. His background provides a platform from which to write in a way to help people with diverse backgrounds understand business topics.
About Vibrant Publishers
Vibrant Publishers is focused on presenting the best texts for learning about technology and business as well as books for test preparation. Categories include programming, operating systems and other texts focused on IT. In addition, a series of books helps professionals in their own disciplines learn the business skills needed in their professional growth.
Vibrant Publishers has a standardized test preparation series covering the GMAT, GRE and SAT, providing ample study and practice material in a simple and well organized format, helping students get closer to their dream universities.
Автор: Publishers Vibrant, Picardi Carrie Название: Leadership Essentials You Always Wanted To Know ISBN: 1636510310 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781636510316 Издательство: Gazelle Book Services Рейтинг: Цена: 6068.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание:
The reader will gain an understanding of the following from this book:
● Attributes of effective leader
● Different roles of leader
● Impact of setting and context on leaders choices
● Integration of ethics into best practices
● Trends influencing the evolution of leadership in the 21st century
Have you ever wanted to know how to become the type of person that others look to for guidance? In Leadership Essentials You Always Wanted To Know, you will learn what it takes to be a strong leader who can guide any team to success.
Driven by the latest research on leadership, this straight-forward guide breaks down not only the traits of highly effective leaders, but also how to use those traits in a variety of situations. You do not need to already be in a leadership position to benefit from the lessons detailed in this book. Aside from describing the best practices of effective leadership, you will learn the essential knowledge and core competencies of influential leaders, while also exploring real world applications that have been faced--and overcome--by thriving organizations. With chapter summaries and quizzes to reinforce concepts, as well as online resources to supplement the reading, this is one book you will not want to ignore.
About the Author
Dr Carrie A. Picardi, Ph.D., is an industrial/organizational psychologist with over 20 years of professional experience in human resource management, as a research analyst and consultant, and in academia as a tenured professor of management. She has led initiatives in the areas of leadership development, assessment center design and deployment, job analysis, talent acquisition and retention, compensation and total rewards, learning and development, performance management, and employee engagement.
Автор: Publishers Vibrant Название: Decision Making Essentials You Always Wanted to Know ISBN: 1636510043 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781636510040 Издательство: Gazelle Book Services Рейтинг: Цена: 12068.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание:
Introduction to Decision Making
Scenario Planning and Prediction Markets
Group Mechanics
Heuristics and Programmed Decisions
Probability and Base Rate Neglect
Decision Making Essentials You Always Wanted to Know prepares new managers and leaders to assess tough decisions they face- and eventually make the right choice- by providing them with a tool box of decision analysis techniques to help them understand
and analyze the decisions they make.
The chapters describe key techniques of decision analysis, including:
Cognitive biases and Prospect Theory
Heuristics
Probability and Expected Value
Bayes Theorem
Multi-attribute decision making, including the SMART, Elimination by Aspects, and Even Swaps methods
Game Theory
Prediction Markets
Brainstorming and Groupthink
Black Swan Events
Each chapter provides clear examples of the decision making tools and includes practice examples to help train the reader in using these critical tools.
About the Series
The Self-Learning Management series is designed to help students, new managers, career switchers and entrepreneurs learn essential management lessons. This series has management books, finance and accounting books, and strategy and marketing books designed to address every aspect of business from HR to Finance to Marketing to Operations. Each book includes basic fundamentals, important concepts, standard and well-known principles as well as practical ways of application of the subject matter. The distinctiveness of the series lies in that all the relevant information is bundled in a compact form that is very easy to interpret.
Название: Business Strategy Essentials You Always Wanted to Know ISBN: 1949395774 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781949395778 Издательство: Gazelle Book Services Рейтинг: Цена: 8620.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Business Strategy Essentials You Always Wanted To Know prepares new managers and leaders with the building blocks of business strategy. You will learn how to define strategy, different levels of strategy for the business versus departments, and how to plan tactics to implement those strategies.
The first experience as a manager is often the most challenging. Often times, a productive employee does not have the right knowledge and experience to immediately transition into management. A way to quickly get up to speed on the basics of management is needed.
Principles of Management Essentials You Always Wanted To Know provides the core information to speed your transformation from an employee into a successful manager. That knowledge includes details in areas such as:
Management in an organization and understanding its functions and elements
Business responsibilities of a manager
Tools that can help you navigate your role as a manager
Managing employees and team relationships
Managing customer relationships
Principles of Management Essentials You Always Wanted To Know is part of the Self-Learning Management Series that helps working professionals moving into management roles. The series addresses every aspect of business from HR to finance, marketing, and operations. Each book includes fundamentals, important concepts, and well-known principles, as well as practical applications of the subject matter.
Описание: Financial Accounting Essentials You Always Wanted To Know: Color Edition prepares new managers and leaders with the foundation to understand financial accounting, a critical tool to document finances to shareholders, government tax authorities and other critical parts of the business ecosystem.
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