The subject of sustainability transitions has, in the past decade or so, become an established research field for academics, policy makers and practitioners alike. In this volume we further advance this line of inquiry with a special reference

This book provides a uniquely practical approach to strategic marketing planning. Combining a comprehensive overview of theory with practice, each chapter takes the reader step by step through the strategic marketing process.

Understand financial accounting principles and techniques, and develop the skills to make informed business decisions. "My many students and I have used this book for years now and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a very accessible introduction to financial reporting." Dr. Andrew McFaull, Deputy Programme Director of BSc Accounting and Finance, King's College London "When used in conjunction with the MyLabs Accounting package this is an excellent resource to build a non-technic...

In Beyond E-Business: Towards Networked Structures Paul Grefen returns with his tried and tested BOAT framework for e-business, now fully expanded and updated with the very latest overview of digitally connected business; from business models, organization structures and architecture, to information technology. What used to be termed "e-business" is now simply business as usual. Today's successful organizations are complex; they are part of dynamic business networks built on digital channels,...

Lamb/Hair/McDaniel's MKTG, 14th Edition, demonstrates the practical application of marketing principles in real-world scenarios. Relevant and timely examples help students better understand and apply marketing principles. A user-friendly design makes it easy to navigate and comprehend key concepts.

By connecting theory to real-life situations, Lamb/Hair/McDaniel's MKTG, 14th Edition, bridges the gap between classroom learning and the modern marketing industry -- helping students recognize the...

There is considerable national variation in the professionalization and status of the management accountant. Although researchers from different countries have contributed to our knowledge about tasks and roles, we have limited insights into the development, education, and socio-cultural influences in different countries and surprisingly little is known about the local and national contexts in which these roles are learned and performed. This book bridges this research gap using two complemen...

'This is the best kind of "how-to" book. It gives you insights as well as techniques, helping you to understand how people listen, how to connect with your audience and how to be compellingly persuasive.'Simon Hayes, Chairman, Effective Image Ltd YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO BUSINESS PRESENTATIONSThe Financial Times Essential Guide to Making Business Presentations gives you the critical knowledge you need to plan, write and deliver your next presentation with maximum impact. It will also help you ...

The revised and updated third edition of Simplified TRIZ: New Problem Solving Applications for Technical and Business Professionals, 3rd Edition continues to demystify TRIZ (systematic innovation), the internationally acclaimed problem solving technique. It demonstrates how TRIZ can be used as a stand alone methodology or used to enhance Lean, Six Sigma, and other systems of organizational improvement. Simplified TRIZ 3rd Edition once again strikes the perfect balance between overly complex a...

Pulling aside the curtain of ‘Big Data’ buzz, this book introduces C-suite and other non-technical senior leaders to the essentials of obtaining and maintaining accurate, reliable data, especially for decision-making purposes.

The book also details the affordability challenges in the industry caused by the past and current IMD ecosystem and presents a model for meeting those challenges.