Icons of Sociology presents a great variety of seminal insights of renowned founders of sociology and the pioneering theories of highly reputed modern sociologists. It takes readers on a tour through the (young) history of sociology. A journey that brings them into contact with examples of the social theories and empirical studies evolved by Auguste Comte, Karl Marx, Emile Durkheim, Georg Simmel, Max Weber, Talcott Parsons, Norbert Elias, Mary Douglas, Peter L. Berger, Pierre Bourdieu and Jürgen Habermas. Icons of Sociology puts their careers and work in a social and historical context and shows how important they were to other social sciences. The book tackles a variety of fundamental questions such as: why do so many people feel alienated from society, which social factors lead to higher suicide rates, which religious factors stimulate capitalism, what are the social consequences of a money-based economy, what has triggered the process of secularization, and why is social inequality such a persistent phenomenon? Major findings and theories about social behaviour, relations, processes and structures are explained with great clarity. This book is recommended for sociology students and others eager to extend their knowledge of sociology.

Icons of Sociology

Biographies & Memoirs

De Jong, Mart-jan

Professionals & Academics

Eleven Intl Pub

Project management is characterized by the systematic and integral control of the development process, from the creative idea to the concrete product. Event projects - such as festivals, exhibitions, conferences, arts productions, sports events, and company events - draw a lot of attention. Such initiatives can frequently end in failure because the funding cannot be finalized, deadlines are not met, or budgets are exceeded. The professional approach to a project can prevent many problems. This book describes a concept of project management, and the organizational, financial, and planning aspects of a project. This second edition stands out for its direct applicability. The chapters have been arranged in a more user-friendly way. In Part A, the chapters guide the reader through the methodology. Part B provides a step-by-step plan for developing an event or conference project. Part C offers the reader a theoretical insight into the different techniques and models.

Project Management: A Professional Approach to Events

Business & Money

Verhaar, Jan

Eshel, Iris

Management & Leadership

This book analyzes the process of intelligence gathering in the particular context of the Netherlands, providing a qualitative framework of analysis as a contribution to the professionalization and improvement of the process of using and gathering intelligence. At a time of increased concern about the use of effective intelligence worldwide, this book will have many important lessons for the wider international policing and intelligence community. The book seeks to move away from an emphasis on evaluations of intelligence on the basis of particular incidents or events (such as 9/11) where the outcome of the danger is known, looking instead at the question of 'what is good intelligence?' without this being clouded by hindsight. The objective of the book is to construct a framework of analysis to enable the quality of reports to be evaluated in situations where crucial intelligence is absent, and where the outcome of a threat or danger is not known. The book also identifies which factors contribute to the quality of reports, and a number of recommendations for improvement are put forward.

Dutch Intelligence: Towards a Qualitative Framework for Analysis

De Valk, Giliam

Criminal Law

Practical Legal English: Legal Terminology

Gubby, Helen

Law Practice

What is the effectiveness of organized crime prevention? The research presented in this study examines the possible effectiveness of three preventive measures taken against organized crime in the Netherlands: the anti-money laundering intervention, the screening and auditing approach, and the administrative approach of the city of Amsterdam. By assessing the program theory, the program process, and the program impacts, Organized Crime Prevention in the Netherlands determines the plausible outcomes and observed outputs, which together determine the possible effectiveness of the preventive measures.

Organised Crime Prevention in the Netherlands: Exposing the Effectiveness of Preventive Measures

Politics & Social Sciences

Van Der Schoot, C.R.A.

Social Sciences

The combating of violence in the public and semi-public domain remains high on the agendas of the government, municipalities, companies, schools, and other institutions. The prevention of violence plays an important role in the steps taken, but, in general, little is known about the question of what works and what does not work in preventing violence. This report describes the results from a synthesis of 48 studies into the effects of the prevention of violence in the public and semi-public domain. The object of this synthesis was to gain an overview of effective or promising measures in the Netherlands and abroad, generating insights into the mechanisms underlying effective or promising prevention measures and into the circumstances and contexts in which these are found to be effective. Violence Defied? examines questions such as: Is it better to offer prevention programs at an early stage - during early childhood - or is it more effective to implement programs in the beginning stages of secondary education? Is a measure more effective if it is implemented throughout a school, or is a more individual approach more appropriate?

Violence Defied?: A Review of Prevention of Violence in the Public and Semi-public Domain

Nijssen, L. T. J.

Bogaerts, S.

Van Der Knapp, L. M.

The compliance of citizens and companies towards societal rules is an issue of ongoing importance for policy makers and academics. Scientific research from a variety of academic fields has led to insights which are used by policy makers and enforcement organizations. Insights and practical implications are covered in this collection by addressing how modern society is riddled with laws and rules. The book examines how non-compliance with certain rules may well be an attractive option in some circumstances. Managing and Maintaining Compliance also looks at the role of enforcing agencies to investigate whether rules are complied with, and, when necessary, prosecute or sanction non-compliers. The papers in this collection were presented at the conference "Managing and Maintaining Compliance," held in Leiden, The Netherlands, April 2006.

Managing and Maintaining Compliance

Legal English is a professional language. This means that a good command of ordinary English does not automatically make a student proficient in legal English. Many foreign law students in English language programs experience problems when suddenly all their lectures, textbooks, discussions, and written work have to be in English. A lack of familiarity with legal English can seriously impede their progress. And a command of legal English is not just a desirable academic skill. It has become an absolute must for today's legal professionals working in internationally orientated law firms. The book is designed for law students who have followed their law studies in a language other than English. Textbooks on English law are too detailed for those who want to understand English legal terminology rather than English law itself. Legal dictionaries are useful but, as the words are ordered alphabetically, terms are treated in isolation. This book offers: vocabulary providing sets of legal terminology associated with the legal system, civil procedure, EU law, tort law, contract law, and company law --- text that puts the terms into their legal context --- case discussion questions for practicing the use of terminology --- knowledge questions to ensure the understanding of the legal concepts

English Legal Terminology: Legal Concepts in Language

On the basis of the Netherlands' Labour Conditions Act of March 1999, employers are obliged to take care of their employees' safety and health, and to pursue a policy aimed at creating the best possible labor conditions. The prevention of aggression towards employees falls under this obligation. Within the Netherlands' Judicial Penitentiary Service (DJI), aggression and violence among employees seem to occur twice as often as in other sectors. More than a quarter of Dutch employees in penitentiaries contend with intimidation by a colleague and/or executive staff member. Approximately 10% of the employees are confronted with unwanted sexual attentions. A small group of mainly male employees falls victim to physical violence. For this study, the model of Schaufeli and Peeters was used as a theoretical framework. The book shows a correlation between violence at work, job stress, posttraumatic stress disorders, and absenteeism.

Aggression and Violence, Posttraumatic Stress, and Absenteeism among Employees in Penitentiaries (Onderzoek En Beleid)

Kunst, M. J. J.

Schweizer, S.

Knaap, L. M. van der

Using insights, guiding principles, and methodologies, this book shows graduate students and doctoral candidates how to develop an effective research design. With numerous examples, the reader is gradually introduced to the creative process. At the conclusion of each chapter, a step-by-step plan of action is presented, which should be followed when designing a research project. Now in its second edition, the book includes several important adjustments, modifications, and additional sections. The authors have extended the presentation of the practice-oriented research types, which are based upon the distinct phases of the intervention cycle. In addition, the technique of unraveling key concepts is further specified. Numerous examples have been updated in order to present the reader with a wide variety from many different social sciences. An extended series of assignments have been included, offering multiple opportunities to test knowledge and to practice skills in designing a research project. The Appendix provides a thorough discussion for designing conceptual (causal) models. The book will help the reader master the difficult, yet very important, subject of developing and applying these models.

Designing a Research Project

Verschuren, Piet

Doorewaard, Hans

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