PHI Learning-New Books in Management

Behavior In Organizations 10th ed. by Jerald Greenberg

THE BOOK This book shows students the real world of OB through its blend of cutting-edge research and practical applications. The text then challenges students to take theory one  step  further  by  having  them  put  the  concepts  into  action. The many changes in the tenth edition reflect a balance between knowledge and application,  while  including  coverage  on  the  latest  advances  in  the  field. Features of the Book  The Points to Ponder feature includes three types of    questions:   Questions for Review. Experiential Questions. Questions to Analyze.  The Experiencing OB features, which appear at the end of each chapter, offer three  types  of  experiential exercises:  Individual  Exercise. Group Exercise. Practicing OB. The Case Features appear in every chapter of the text, offering two types of cases per chapter:  The Preview Chapter cases, which appear in the chapter-opening material, not only provide students with a preview of the material but a refresher on the information  learnt  in  the  previous  chapters as well. The Case in Point cases, which appear at the end of the chapter, help students assess  their  understanding  and  wrap  up  the  goals  from  the  material.   PRICE  :  525.00

Contents  Preface. Part 1: Introduction to Organizational Behavior—The Field of Organizational Behavior. Organizational Justice, Ethics, and Corporate Social Responsibility. Part 2: Basic Human Processes—Perception and Learning: Understanding and Adapting to the Work Environment.  Individual Differences: Personality, Skills, and Abilities. Coping with Organizational Life: Emotions and Stress. Part 3: The Individual in the Organization—Work-Related Attitudes: Prejudice, Job Satisfaction, and Organizational Commitment. Motivation in Organizations. Part 4: Group Dynamics—Group Dynamics and Work Teams. Communication in Organizations. Decision Making in Organizations. Interpersonal Behavior at Work: Conflict, Cooperation, Trust, and Deviance. Part 5: Influencing Others—Power: Its Uses and Abuses in Organizations. Leadership in Organizations. Part 6: Organizational Processes—Organizational Culture, Creativity, and Innovation. Organizational Structure and Design. Managing Organizational Change: Strategic Planning and Organizational Development. Appendixes—Learning About Behavior in Organizations: Theory and Research. Understanding and Managing Your Career. Endnotes. Glossary. Company Index. Name Index. Subject Index.

Strategic Management And Competitive Advantage : Concepts  Fourth Edition  Jay B. Barney, The Ohio State University  William S. Hesterley, The University Of Utah

THE BOOK This text presents only that material that answers the question: does this concept help students analyze cases and real business situations? This carefully crafted approach provides students with all the tools necessary for strategic analysis. The text provides a clear decision-making framework which takes into account the question of VRIO—value, rarity, imitability, and organization. VRIO framework is the organizational foundation of the text, and which enables students to better analyze business cases and situations—the goal of the course. Each chapter has four short sections presenting specific  issues  in  more  depth:  Strategy in Depth—examines the intellectual foundations that are behind the way managers think out and practice strategy  today. Strategy in the Emerging Enterprise—presents examples of strategic challenges faced by new and emerging enterprises. Ethics and Strategy—delves into some of the dilemmas that managers face as they confront strategic decisions. Research Made Relevant—includes recent research related to the topics in that chapter. The new edition enables many new cases and examples which provide students an opportunity to apply the ideas they learn to business situations. A new chapter on International Strategies is added to understand international business options facing the firms.   PRICE  :  425.00

Contents  Part 1: The Tools of Strategic Analysis—What Is Strategic and the Strategic Management Process? Evaluating a Firm’s External Environment. Evaluating a Firm’s Internal Capabilities. Part 2: Business-Level Strategies—Cost Leadership. Product Differentiation. Part 3: Corporate Strategies—Vertical Integration. Corporate Diversification. Organizing to Implement Corporate Diversification. Strategic Alliances. Mergers and Acquisitions. International Strategies. Appendix: Analyzing Cases and Preparing for Class Discussions. Glossary. Company Index. Name Index. Subject Index.

Knowledge Management In Theory And Practice  2/e by Kimiz Dalkir

THE BOOK This textbook and professional reference offers a comprehensive overview of the field of Knowledge Management (KM), providing both a substantive theoretical grounding and a pragmatic approach to applying key concepts. Drawing on ideas, tools, and techniques from such disciplines as sociology, cognitive science, organizational behavior, and information science, the text describes KM theory and practice at the individual, community, and organizational levels. It offers illuminating case studies and vignettes from companies including IBM, Xerox, British Telecommunications, JP Morgan Chase, and Nokia. This second edition has been updated and revised throughout. New material has been added on the information and library science perspectives, taxonomies and knowledge classification, the media richness of the knowledge-sharing channel, e-learning, social networking in KM contexts, strategy tools, results-based outcome assessments, knowledge continuity and organizational learning models, KM job descriptions, copyleft and Creative Commons, and other topics. New case studies and vignettes have been added, and the references and glossary have been updated and expanded.  PRICE  : 495.00

Contents  Foreword: Can Knowledge Management Survive? Introduction to Knowledge Management. The Knowledge Management Cycle. Knowledge Management Models. Knowledge Capture and Codification. Knowledge Sharing and Communities of Practice. Knowledge Application. The Role of Organizational Culture. Knowledge Management Tools. Knowledge Management Strategy. The Value of Knowledge Management. Organizational Learning and Organizational Memory. The KM Team. Future Challenges for KM. KM Resources. Glossary. Index.