Kris Cole throws light on the gap between theory and practice in the fifth edition of 'Management: theory and practice'. She explains management theory in everyday language, and puts it in a context that makes it easy to understand. This resource will help you develop the vocabulary you need to communicate effectively with colleagues and equips you with models and frameworks to tackle management challenges. In addition it will enable you to strengthen your hard skills, like managing poor performance, being more directive and solving problems permanently.

An approachable, accessible student introduction for those studying hotel and hospitality management and hospitality studies more generally.