Presents an introduction to the many careers available in business and related occupations.

This book explains the process of managing a multispecies event, as well as the larger theoretical implications of event management, using the National Championships of the Icelandic Horse as an extended study.

In this programme we follow the iPod and iPad development team at Bjango Software as we examine the management and development of a complex ICT project. We follow through the stages of a project’s life cycle, from conception and planning, to building and testing, and finally implementing and evaluating the finished product. Along the way we look at the personnel, procedures, techniques, tools, and methodologies used, together with the social and ethical impacts. We see the tools of project management, such as Gantt charts, collaborative software, systems analysis and planning tools, and the all important formal documentation. An essential overview of ICT project management.

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.