The development of modern business
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The development of modern business
Palgrave, c2002
- : cloth
- : pbk
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 349-367) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
This text blends economic theory with empirical evidence to chart business development over the last two centuries in the UK, the United States, Japan and Australia. It addresses enduring concerns for entrepreneurs and managers and demonstrates the value of an historical perspective from which to judge present day issues. Each chapter considers an issue of current significance, introduces theories to illuminate the topic, and discusses historical evidence and debates. Also included are relevant case studies and original documents. Discussion questions, statistical tables, and further reading are appended to each chapter.
Table of Contents
History and Theory of the Growth of the Firm.- Entrepreneurship and Management.- Information and Uncertainty.- Corporate Finance.- Labour Management.- Production.- Marketing.- Structure.- Inter-organisational Relations and Co-operative Structures.- International Business.- Government and Business.- Future Directions in Business History.
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