A guide to evaluation as applied to management development. The book deals in detail with the technical aspects of evaluation, but also addresses the politics of using evaluations and the range of purposes to which they may be put. This edition incorporates the Management Charter Initiative.

Evaluating Management Development, Training and Education

Business & Money

Easterby-Smith, Mark

Management & Leadership

Gower Pub.Co.

This second edition of the best selling Management Research has been completely revised and updated to represent changes in research methods. This book provides an invaluable guide for all those undertaking research in and around organizations, including managers. It considers not only methods, but also the nature of management research, its philosophy and politics. The authors update the field both in relation to the new kinds of research problems being encountered in mangement research, and by incorporating the substantial methodological developments that have taken place over the last ten years. The book: { provides a useful introduction to the subject of management research { tackles complex issues in an accessible way { provides a definite statement of basic methodologies for management research { covers the full range of methods and techniques, qualitative and quantitative { considers the role of research as a vehicle for both personal learning and organizational development Praise for the first edition: ′I will be recommending the book to graduate researchers at master′s and doctoral level. It is a book which deserves to succeed for its honesty, clarity, and common sense′ - Leadership and Organizational Development Journal

Management Research: An Introduction (SAGE series in Management Research)

Thorpe, Richard

Lowe, Andy

Sage Publications Ltd.

Written specifically for management students and others wishing to do research in management, this textbook is a highly accessible introduction to the practice and principles of management research. The authors consider the particular characteristics of research in management and the factors likely to lead to successful research outcomes, including the personal qualities of the researcher. They examine the philosophical assumptions underpinning research design and the choice of different methodologies, and address the political and ethical dimensions of management research. The book also takes the reader through the `basic′ practicalities of undertaking a research project, from planning through to presentation of findings.

Management Research

Now in its Fourth Edition, this much loved text offers theoretical and philosophical depth without sacrificing what you need to know in practical terms. With an impressive suite of in-text features and online materials, as well as the authors′ ability to tackle complex issues in a clear and accessible way, Management Research makes the whole scope of management research methods approachable.
Inside you will find painless coverage of the entire research process as well as a critical, thoughtful treatment of important issues like ethics and politics, making this an invaluable companion to any student or researcher who needs to know about business and management research methods.

Jackson, Paul R.

Now in its Fourth Edition, this much loved text offers theoretical and philosophical depth without sacrificing what you need to know in practical terms. With an impressive suite of in-text features and online materials, as well as the authors' ability to tackle complex issues in a clear and accessible way, this textbook makes the whole scope of management research methods approachable.    Inside you will find painless coverage of the entire research process as well as a critical, thoughtful treatment of important issues like ethics and politics, making this an invaluable companion to any student or researcher who needs to know about business and management research methods.     New to the Fourth Edition:    - Expanded coverage of mixed methods  - Further guidance on choosing a research question and writing a research proposal  - More visual material and an improved, full-colour layout    The book's companion website has been fully updated to include:    - An instructor's manual  - Lecture slides  - Links to further reading  - More full-text articles from SAGE Journals Online  - An online glossary  - An author podcast

Jackson, Paul

Management and Business Research

Now in its Fifth Edition, this much-loved text offers theoretical and philosophical depth as well as insights into practice.   The text covers the entire research process in an accessible way and provides critical, thoughtful treatment of important issues like ethics and politics, making it an invaluable companion for any business and management student  New to the Fifth Edition:     Expanded to include examples from across business and management including Marketing, International Business and Psychology Up-to-date, international examples and cases from a range of countries Introductory chapter looks at writing proposals in detail Chapter on the literature review now includes how to critically review Move towards new technologies and social media including discussion of wikis and cloud sourcing Improved structure and flow, with three chapters on qualitative methods and three on quantitative methods Additional practical exercises which are linked to key research tasks throughout   The companion website (https://edge.sagepub.com/easterbysmith) offers a wealth of resources for both lecturers and students including, for lecturers, an instructor′s manual and PowerPoint slides and, for students, author podcasts, journal articles, web links, MCQs, datasets and a glossary.

Now in its Fifth Edition, this much-loved text offers theoretical and philosophical depth as well as insights into practice. The text covers the entire research process in an accessible way and provides critical, thoughtful treatment of important issues like ethics and politics, making it an invaluable companion for any business and management student New to the Fifth Edition: <ul>
<li>Expanded to include examples from across business and management including Marketing, International Business and Psychology
</li> <li>Up-to-date, international examples and cases from a range of countries</li> <li>Introductory chapter looks at writing proposals in detail</li> <li>Chapter on the literature review now includes how to critically review</li> <li>Move towards new technologies and social media including discussion of wikis and cloud sourcing</li> <li>Improved structure and flow, with three chapters on qualitative methods and three on quantitative methods</li> <li>Additional practical exercises which are linked to key research tasks throughout</li> </ul>
 The companion website (https://edge.sagepub.com/easterbysmith) offers a wealth of resources for both lecturers and students including, for lecturers, an instructor′s manual and PowerPoint slides and, for students, author podcasts, journal articles, web links, MCQs, datasets and a glossary.

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Evaluating Management Development, Training and Education

Management Research: An Introduction (SAGE series in Management Research)

Management Research: An Introduction (SAGE series in Management Research)

Management Research: An Introduction (SAGE series in Management Research)

Management Research: An Introduction (SAGE series in Management Research)

Management Research

Management Research

Management Research

Management and Business Research

Management and Business Research