{"title":"Business \u0026 Management Sciences","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"9780627042751","title":"Integrated Marketing Communication","description":"\u003cp\u003eThriving in the South African market can be a daunting task for businesses, particularly in industries with intense competition. Companies must not only report to their stakeholders but also inform customers about their products and services, and persuade them that they provide superior value compared to their competitors. Selecting the most effective marketing communication strategy can prove challenging. Integrated marketing communication provides a broad framework for unifying all marketing communication components and presenting a cohesive corporate image and brand offering.\u003cbr\u003eIntegrated marketing communication offers a comprehensive discussion of the fundamental components of the marketing communication mix and emphasises the importance of utilising these techniques in a unified way. All elements are studied practically and holistically. Digital communication is also explored, featuring current South African case studies, examples and review questions.\u003cbr\u003eContents include the following:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSetting the scene\u003cbr\u003eIntegrated marketing communication planning\u003cbr\u003eAdvertising\u003cbr\u003eMedia management\u003cbr\u003ePersonal selling: a relational approach\u003cbr\u003eSales promotion\u003cbr\u003ePublic relations and publicity\u003cbr\u003eSponsorship\u003cbr\u003eDirect marketing\u003cbr\u003eDigital communication\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Mulder+D\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eMulder D\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Mpolokeng+C\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eMpolokeng C\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+van+Heerden+TN\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003evan Heerden TN\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mulder D,Mpolokeng C,van Heerden TN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47375619588259,"sku":"9780627042751","price":755.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627042751_68a22da7-db1b-4b54-9237-55654595f053.jpg?v=1776803228"},{"product_id":"9780627042775","title":"Transportation Management (2 Edition)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe current economic climate, evolving business needs and the introduction of disruptive technologies necessitate the supply chain industry to rethink strategies around transportation management, as it is the structural glue that connects and binds communities to organisations and organisations to economies. Transportation management as a strategic component of the supply chain network ensures that the required material is delivered in the right quantity, and of the right quality, to the right place at the right time. It is dependent on infrastructure, processes and systems, together with human resources, to function successfully within the supply chain industry. Transportation management: a southern African perspective improves and expands on existing academic knowledge on transportation management within the southern African landscape.\u003cbr\u003eTransportation management provides an overview of the Southern African Development Community's (SADC) contribution to improving transportation management as part of its overall goal of increasing opportunities for growth, given the economic, political and social challenges facing this region. Written by academics and industry experts, it contains practical case studies, revision questions and examples to expand the text, as it attempts to address current concerns in higher education about decolonising content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Willy+Engelbrecht\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eWilly Engelbrecht\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Priya+Ramgovind\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003ePriya Ramgovind\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Willy Engelbrecht,Priya Ramgovind","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47375620210851,"sku":"9780627042775","price":655.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627042775_014e0ee7-d7ea-4eaa-82c5-36878433edcb.jpg?v=1776803231"},{"product_id":"9780627043499","title":"Accounting Fundamentals For Non-Accounting Students","description":"\u003cp\u003eAccounting can be described as the gathering, reporting and analysis of data to inform decisions that have a far- reaching impact on a business’s profitability and, to a large extent, on society itself. It is the language of the business world and a crucial life skill, not only for those pursuing a career in accounting, but for anyone aspiring to succeed in business. Accounting fundamentals for non accounting students is written by academics with extensive experience in teaching accounting to students outside the discipline.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccounting fundamentals for non-accounting students focuses on the essential foundations of accounting and covers all four of its key disciplines: accounting, auditing, cost and management accounting and taxation. Each chapter is carefully structured to address the specific needs of nonaccounting students, equipping them with the knowledge and practical insight required for effective decision-making, leadership and success in the business environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContents include the following:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccounting definitions\u003cbr\u003eThe basic accounting equation\u003cbr\u003eSubsidiary journals and general ledgers\u003cbr\u003eInventory valuation\u003cbr\u003eProperty, plant and equipment\u003cbr\u003eFinancial statements and year-end adjustments\u003cbr\u003eCost-volume-profit analysis\u003cbr\u003eValue-added tax (VAT)\u003cbr\u003eProfit, losses and mark-up\u003cbr\u003eBusiness calculations\u003cbr\u003eBank reconciliation\u003cbr\u003eCash budgets\u003cbr\u003eEthics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Govender+AL\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eGovender AL\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Govender AL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47523861856419,"sku":"9780627043499","price":445.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/9780627043499_be0ede30-052b-4406-8a8b-35ac601d1851.jpg?v=1779349607"},{"product_id":"9780627043512","title":"Performance Management 2nd Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003ePerformance management often stirs strong emotions, as the delicate balance between management and appraisal can blur, fueling tension and uncertainty. But what if performance management could be reimagined as a tool for growth, collaboration and success? Performance Management: A Contemporary South African Perspective dives into the heart of performance management in South Africa’s dynamic workplace, tackling its challenges while showcasing its transformative potential.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerformance Management: A Contemporary South African Perspective unpacks the complexities of effective systems and introduces innovative strategies to help managers, employees and teams to reach new heights in performance management. Through hands on examples, real-life scenarios and concrete guidelines, it shows how to foster trust, boost results and unlock the power of managing people effectively.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContents include the following:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnderstanding performance management\u003cbr\u003eBusiness strategy and performance\u003cbr\u003eCreating a high performance culture\u003cbr\u003ePerformance management process\u003cbr\u003eDevelopment and implementation of performance management systems\u003cbr\u003ePerformance measurement in practice\u003cbr\u003eTeam performance management\u003cbr\u003ePerformance management skills\u003cbr\u003eCoaching\u003cbr\u003eDealing with underperformance\u003cbr\u003ePerformance development\u003cbr\u003eRewarding good performance\u003cbr\u003eMonitoring and evaluation\u003cbr\u003eThe future of performance management in the new world of work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Maryam+Moosa\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eMaryam Moosa\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Maryam Moosa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47523861921955,"sku":"9780627043512","price":645.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/1000061983_20981c68-80a9-407d-8baf-a0cd69a4599d.jpg?v=1779349596"},{"product_id":"9780627037863","title":"Exploring Creativity and Innovation","description":"\u003cp\u003eSecond Edition\u003cbr\u003eCreativity is currently ranked among the most critical skills required to address issues and exploit opportunities created by the 4th Industrial Revolution. It functions as a problem solver and idea generator and is an essential component of innovation. In an increasingly aggressive global business environment, the ability of a nation to compete is of utmost importance for economic survival and growth via innovation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExploring creativity and innovation discusses all the aspects of innovation, including the creative person, process, and outcome; and now also includes a section on design thinking that facilitates modern creative behavior in an array of business and organizational environments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExploring creativity and innovation follows a process approach and provides locally relevant examples and case studies to help readers clearly understand the concepts of innovation and innovation management, and to situate them within the African context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Alex++Antonites\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eAlex  Antonites\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alex Antonites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47376654139555,"sku":"9780627037863","price":655.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627037863_8fa80193-e611-49f2-88e9-ffe51a8ba369.jpg?v=1776484375"},{"product_id":"9780627041679","title":"Introduction to Human Resource Management (2 Edition)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince the mid-1990s, South Africa has undergone a significant transformation, including the establishment of a democratic government and the implementation of laws and policies aimed at promoting equality and diversity in the workplace. Human resource management (HRM) has also evolved over time to address the unique challenges and historical context of the country, with many HRM efforts being made to eliminate discrimination based on race, gender, disability and other protected characteristics. \u003cbr\u003eIntroduction to human resource management provides an overview of the principles of HRM and how it contributes to achieving not only organisational goals but national goals as well, within the unique South African context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Meyer+M\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eMeyer M\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Kruger-Pretorius+E\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eKruger-Pretorius E\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Meyer M,Kruger-Pretorius E","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377135009955,"sku":"9780627041679","price":590.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627041679_6eac7a17-3cc3-4ca3-8426-a8846cb33e90.jpg?v=1776803202"},{"product_id":"9780627025297","title":"The ABC of Financial Management - an Introduction to Financial Management and Analysis","description":"\u003cp\u003eSecond Edition\u003cbr\u003eThe ABC of Financial Management is written for those who know little or nothing about financial management, as well as for the serious investor or commercial leader. Financial statements, time value of money, the cost of capital, the management of working capital, how to make financing and investment decisions, as well as a plethora of other facets of financial analyses and management, are discussed in detail and in understandable language. The title defines and discusses financial terms, as well as the fundamentals of financial management and is of immense practical value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+FCH+Lovemore\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eFCH Lovemore\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+LM+Br%C3%BCmmer\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eLM Brümmer\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"FCH Lovemore,LM Brümmer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377380409507,"sku":"9780627025297","price":710.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627025297_9d29e999-12fb-4474-8cbc-32264e5c2583.jpg?v=1776482913"},{"product_id":"9780627026911","title":"Applied Credit Management","description":"\u003cp\u003eBusinesses take on many forms ranging from sole proprietorships, partnerships, and close corporations to companies. The ability of these forms of business ownership to obtain and service credit depends not only on their financial circumstances but also on the knowledge and ability of the credit provider to assess the business' creditworthiness. For a business to be successful it must make a profit. The profit on a sale is not earned unless the money for the sale is in the bank on the due date. It is also true that the longer it takes to collect the money from a debtor, the more difficult it becomes. Applied credit management teaches the learner all aspects of the credit management function of an organization, from the evaluation of the new application, the investigation of the creditworthiness of the customer, the final approval or rejection to the collection and ultimate litigation of an account. All aspects of the National Credit Act (Act 34 of 2006) have been incorporated in the principles of this book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Pieter+Jordaan\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003ePieter Jordaan\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Christine+Jordaan\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eChristine Jordaan\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pieter Jordaan,Christine Jordaan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377381523619,"sku":"9780627026911","price":590.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627026911_644c5b63-fef9-41b9-84c8-c672e09638e4.jpg?v=1776483203"},{"product_id":"9780627026935","title":"Applied Principles of Marketing and Marketing Management","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis title aims to provide junior marketing personnel and junior marketing managers with an introductory understanding of the principles of marketing and marketing management. The title starts with an introduction to the world of marketing by studying its various aspects, including a definition of marketing, the exchange process, the value adding functions of marketing, the role of marketing in economic development, the marketing process, marketing management tasks and, finally, the marketing concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+L.R.J.+Van+Rensburg\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eL.R.J. Van Rensburg\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+C.F.+de+Meyer\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eC.F. de Meyer\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"L.R.J. 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Basic accounting for non-accountants is an introductory text covering financial accounting, cost and management accounting, and financial management.\u003cbr\u003eBasic accounting for non-accountants teaches students financial literacy, a skill that will benefit them in both their personal and professional lives. It includes comprehensive illustrative examples that are easy to understand, with self-test questions and solutions to ensure that concepts are internalised before attempting the end-of-chapter exercises.  Contents have been updated in accordance with the relevant accounting standards and accounting environment, and additional end-of-chapter exercises have been provided to ensure that students have sufficient practice to reinforce accounting concepts.\u003cbr\u003eContents include the following:\u003cbr\u003e·         Drawing up basic financial statements\u003cbr\u003e·         Interpreting financial statements using ratio analysis\u003cbr\u003e·         Value-added tax (VAT)\u003cbr\u003e·         Calculating the cost of products\u003cbr\u003e·         Preparing budgets\u003cbr\u003e·         Short-term decision making\u003cbr\u003e·         Variance analysis\u003cbr\u003e·         Time value of money\u003cbr\u003e·         Capital budgeting\u003cbr\u003eBasic accounting for non-accountants is aimed at students with little or no prior accounting background. It can be used as a theoretical basis for the advancement of their lifelong learning.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMelanie Cloete and Ferina Marimuthu are knowledgeable in both the education and the accounting fields, and have been working as academics at the Durban University of Technology (KwaZulu-Natal) for almost three decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+M+Cloete\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eM Cloete\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+F+Marimuthu\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eF Marimuthu\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M Cloete,F Marimuthu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377381720227,"sku":"9780627038907","price":570.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627038907_66780165-5505-4c79-98fc-31e94e5deb65.jpg?v=1776484482"},{"product_id":"9780627034695","title":"Basic Principles of Financial Management","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis book is designed as a guide to the world of finance. It provides an opportunity to learn the language of the financial world. It also sets out the concepts and conventions of managerial finance and the main topographical features of the new territory of the statement of financial position, (balance sheet) income statement and cash flow statement. The information is offered in as simple a manner as the subject matter allows. Even a layman will glean valuable tips on how to manage finance in terms of systems and units of administration, and thus be better equipped to understand financing and investment decisions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is ideal for the first year student as additional reading material in order to grasp basic concepts. The book is also written for executive courses such as `Financial Management for Non-Financial Managers'.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGiven the above, the book can be subscribed by all universities offering financial management as a subject, as well as all other organisations offering executive training. The book is also ideal as reading material for non-financial managers that want to get to grips with the basic principles of the subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Br%C3%BCmmer+LM\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eBrümmer LM\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Hall+JH\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eHall JH\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Du+Toit+E\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eDu Toit E\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Brümmer LM,Hall JH,Du Toit E","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377382113443,"sku":"9780627034695","price":635.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627034695_8f00b82c-9399-4fb0-9898-d248902452c5.jpg?v=1776483960"},{"product_id":"9780627027918","title":"Business Management - A Value Chain Approach Revised","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe value chain is a major focus in today's business world, and many companies and managers allocate considerable resources to understanding and analysing their value chain. The main reason for doing this is either to eliminate activities that do not add value, or to improve on activities that do not add sufficient value. In order to ensure optimum customer satisfaction, businesses must integrate the activities of various departments and functions. This demands a sound understanding of the chain of activities and their interrelationship with other business activities. The authors of Business management adopt the value chain as a framework in order to help business students to visualise how the value chain works. New ground is broken in that management is not dealt with merely from a functional perspective. While the goal is to introduce undergraduate learners to the concept of the value chain, it is not, however, to offer a comprehensive directory on the related literature. The book is divided into three parts.\u003cbr\u003ePart A introduces the reader to business management, the value chain, the business environment, the entrepreneurial process, and the considerations that need to be taken into account when establishing a business. Part B examines the activities of the value chain, starting with general management and leadership, followed by the primary and support activities that constitute the value chain. In Part C, contemporary management issues are reviewed, including diversity management, business ethics, globalisation, creativity and innovation, environmental issues, corporate governance and black economic empowerment. Business management - a value chain approach covers basic points of theory, but it also has a strong practical approach, and includes self-evaluation exercises, challenging experiential exercises, information about relevant websites, interesting discussion questions and case studies, as well as useful lists of key terms. This revised second edition has been updated in respect of new legislation such as the Companies Act, the Co-operatives Act, the Consumer Protection Act and the National Credit Act. Statistics have also been aligned with Census 2011.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Nieman+GH\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eNieman GH\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Bennett+JA\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eBennett JA\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nieman GH,Bennett JA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377382375587,"sku":"9780627027918","price":890.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627027918_226b3a7e-9ec4-4061-925d-3f610bdb57a5.jpg?v=1776483380"},{"product_id":"9780627026775","title":"Business Management - An Introduction 2nd Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere are a number of issues that need to be taken into account when establishing a new business that, if ignored, can result in the failure of the business. 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At the same time it serves as a reference for training in other disciplines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+S.+Marx\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eS. Marx\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+D.C.+Van+Rooyen\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eD.C. Van Rooyen\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+J.K.+Bosch\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eJ.K. 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It is written in a conversational, accessible style, and covers not only a range of communication situations and formats but also uses a holistic, practice-based approach to illustrate the application of effective communication principles in the workplace. Examples, margin comments, provocative chatroom questions and online supplementary material elaborate on concepts and offer down-to-earth guidance on everyday business communication transactions and conduct. Every chapter has been updated with the latest findings and debates. Given the accelerated proliferation of multimodal digital devices and networking opportunities and challenges, the authors have also increased their focus on new media, particularly the role played by social media in business contexts and corporate reputation management. This edition's comprehensive coverage of spoken, written and visual communication for business and industry makes it an ideal textbook as well as a valuable reference in the workplace for professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Terri+Grant\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eTerri Grant\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Rea+Borcherds\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eRea Borcherds\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Terri Grant,Rea Borcherds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377383522467,"sku":"9780627037115","price":755.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627037115_7eef66fa-88d8-4f95-b9cd-9c20bcae5504.jpg?v=1776484267"},{"product_id":"9780627025242","title":"The Communicating Leader - The Key to Strategic Alignment 2nd Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience clearly indicates that it is not so much their respective strategies that differentiate organisations from each other, but rather their ability to implement their strategies and to align the workplace thinking and behaviour of individual employees to the strategic intent and direction of the organisation. In this context, the nature and substance of communicating between leaders and followers on all levels of the organisation play a crucial role. The bottom line is this: successful organisations are characterised by excellent strategic leadership communication. The key role in this process is played by The Communicating Leader. This title explores and substantiates the role of the communicating leader, and provides practical guidelines to all organisational leaders on how to unlock the secret to strategic alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Gustav+Puth\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eGustav Puth\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gustav Puth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377383620771,"sku":"9780627025242","price":750.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627025242_9cd228d0-d816-4dc2-b13c-8afe6f46b5f6.jpg?v=1776482900"},{"product_id":"9780627030673","title":"The Community Development Profession - Issues, Concepts and Approaches","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe community development profession: issues, concepts and approaches is an informative resource for students and practitioners of community-based development as it faces the stumbling blocks of a new professionalism. Authors Professors Frik de Beer and Hennie Swanepoel introduce and debate the relevant issues, concepts and approaches, and their evolution, interpretation and application in the field of development. Based on an extensive literature study, the book argues that some more recently evolved approaches can be traced to a 'community development' origin, with possible pitfalls of marginalisation and disempowerment in the hands of powerful people. De Beer and Swanepoel also discuss issues such as the origin and history of community development from an international and South African perspective; community development principles, policy, ethics, institutions and training; community development project management and evaluation; the integrated development programme (IDP); all aspects of participatory planning, local economic development, and sustainability; the important role played by government and NGOs. Lecturers will benefit from the questions for reflection and discussion, a reading list per theme and a glossary for second-language users, all of which are included in each chapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Frik+de+Beer\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eFrik de Beer\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Hennie+Swanepoel\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eHennie Swanepoel\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Frik de Beer,Hennie Swanepoel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377383719075,"sku":"9780627030673","price":540.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627030673_51280f1e-b712-4a4d-8ced-310968ebb816.jpg?v=1776483559"},{"product_id":"9780627033285","title":"Contemporary Cases in southern African Marketing 3rd Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe core focus of marketing is developing and delivering need-satisfying, value-creating offerings to an organisation's target markets. Guided and influenced by a constant stream of new developments and initiatives in the marketing arena, marketing management has established itself as a dynamic field of study. Contemporary cases in Southern African marketing is about the integration of theory and practice, focusing specifically on consumer insights to guide marketing strategy. Contemporary cases in Southern African marketing is a collection of case studies designed to provide a taste of local, regional and international marketing experiences across a broad spectrum of industries, with special attention being given to emerging market contexts. A handy reference grid is included that indicates which areas of marketing the different case studies deal with. Each case study has been carefully selected to emphasise the different critical aspects of marketing and includes questions that help to direct the reader's attention towards the most important points. Contemporary cases in Southern African marketing is aimed at undergraduate and postgraduate students of marketing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+H.B.+Klopper\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eH.B. Klopper\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+K.+Viljoen\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eK. Viljoen\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"H.B. Klopper,K. 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Contemporary issues in operations and supply chain management reveal a wide range of present-day matters that focus on the deep multiplicity of relationships between operations, supply chains and the changing business environment. Contemporary issues in operations and supply chain management offer tools and techniques to cope with the ever-increasing forces of supply versus demand, against the backdrop of limited resources and a constantly changing business environment. It offers a well-balanced approach between theory and practice by including contemporary issues and cases within the industry, Africa and the rest of the world. Contemporary issues in operations and supply chain management aim to have international reach and relevance for a broad audience, including but not necessarily limited to business practitioners of all kinds in any sector middle and senior managers in the industry (both buyer and supplier organisations) academia - undergraduates and postgraduates form higher education establishments, universities and colleges professional bodies (as recommended text\/learning materials) members of industry trade associations and anyone else seeking insights into contemporary issues in operations and supply chain management. Professionals with years of experience in the field will benefit from this book as methods and strategies inherited from the past appear to no longer fit the realities presented by the ever-changing modern business environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+M.+Mkansi\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eM. Mkansi\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+N.+McLennan\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eN. McLennan\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+G.+De+Villiers\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eG. 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A few of the important topics addressed in this title are Effective interpersonal business communication; dealing effectively with clients; persuasion and negotiation; the role of culture in business communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Elise+Van+Staden\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eElise Van Staden\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+S.+Marx\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eS. 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This is problematic for both the beneficiaries and government change agents as it amplifies rather than lessens service delivery challenges and does not lead to a grassroots planning partnership. Development, change and the change agent - facilitation at grassroots contextualises the change agent through his or her relationship with the local beneficiaries of development. This updated second edition, previously titled The development change agent - a micro-level approach to development, consists of thirteen chapters contributed by seventeen authors representing nine universities. The key theme is the challenge to establish authentic and empowering participation and the importance of change agent and local development beneficiary engagement and partnerships in achieving this. It covers an interdisciplinary field of development-related foci using a holistic, people-centred approach which includes grassroots facilitation, capacity building, empowerment and participation, developmental local government and good governance, and national development planning. It also incorporates social capital, indigenous knowledge systems, action research methodology and project management. Scholars, development practitioners, development consultants, those working for NGOs and CBOs, development corporations\/agencies, and politicians and government officials, specifically local ones, will find the publication relevant in confronting contemporary developmental challenges. Francois Theron is a senior lecturer at the School of Public Leadership at Stellenbosch University. Trained in anthropology and development studies, he fully supports interdisciplinary research. In 2014, he co-edited Development, the State and Civil Society in South Africa (Van Schaik Publishers) with Ismail Davids. Ntuthuko Mchunu is a project manager for community-based tourism development at the City of Cape Town municipality. In addition to his public and development management qualifications at Stellenbosch University, he has extensive practical experience in the local government sphere as a change agent. Theron and Mchunu have partnered in numerous previous projects, leading to this 2016 publication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+F.+Theron\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eF. 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Directional\/strategic marketing planning presents a step-by-step approach to developing plans that give direction to future marketing actions. Directional\/strategic marketing planning begins with the marketing audit, which provides a clear understanding of the enterprise's current position in the market, the nature of the opportunities and threats in the external environment, and the enterprise's internal strengths and weaknesses. Once the basic directional market options available in the future have been determined, specific decisions that the marketer needs to make given a range of specific plans are discussed. Directional\/strategic marketing planning is aimed at third and fourth-year marketing students.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+D.B.+Janse+van+Rensburg\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eD.B. 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Moreover, the way in which diversity management is conceptualised and managed in some local and international companies seems to make matters worse. This title aims to address these issues in a practical and sensible way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Linda+Human\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eLinda Human\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Linda Human","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377386111139,"sku":"9780627026423","price":715.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627026423_96d6a457-5f39-4758-86f4-445be9a657b5.jpg?v=1776483085"},{"product_id":"9780627033247","title":"E-commerce - Dynamic Markets Perspective 2nd Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003ee-Commerce is a broad term that covers all business activities that use the internet as the platform for conducting exchanges or forming and maintaining relationships. It encompasses social media, the sharing economy, mobile applications, e-tailing, the changes to business models and developments such as wearables, and is a rapidly growing component of business education. The separation between real and virtual worlds is becoming more intangible as we rapidly face a new world of integrated technology. e-Commerce provides a solid grounding in this dynamic discipline as well as tools and techniques to leverage for e-commerce business success. e-Commerce is written from the perspective of a developing country and makes use of many South African examples. It uncovers the main business drivers that practitioners need to be aware of in this rapidly developing field, from an overview of the e-commerce environment and the digital business models and strategies that have emerged from it to an in-depth look at the strategic drivers for digital and social marketing, operations and emerging trends in the digital future. e-Commerce is aimed at students who already have an understanding of general business theory, specifically basic concepts in economics, marketing and management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+K.+Chipp\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eK. 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An educator's guide to school management-leadership skills focuses on bringing education manager-leaders practical and school-based directives so that they can deliver quality education to our nation's learners. An educator's guide to school management-leadership skills takes a holistic and integrated approach, set against the backdrop of international successes such as Finland's road to education transformation according to the PISA tests. It focuses on the following Developing excellence in schools: management-leadership discourses in education Management-leadership tasks in complex school environments Managing and leading human resources: staff, learners and community relationships Managing and leading financial, administrative and ICT matters in education An educator's guide to school management skills is aimed at students and practitioners in the field of education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Idilette+Van+Deventer\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eIdilette Van Deventer\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Idilette Van Deventer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377387028643,"sku":"9780627033735","price":790.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627033735_d7fe06f8-0b61-43d2-a130-b75802fafdd2.jpg?v=1776483839"},{"product_id":"9780627031007","title":"Effective Communication - Empowering the Workforce 2nd Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eA comprehensive, up-to-date and relevant communication text which engages readers through both a theoretical and an applied lens. 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Aimed at students and employees, including those at executive management level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Marietta+Swart\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eMarietta Swart\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Marietha+Hairbottle\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eMarietha Hairbottle\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Rynette+Scheun\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eRynette Scheun\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Lisel+Erasmus-Kritzinger\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eLisel Erasmus-Kritzinger\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marietta Swart,Marietha Hairbottle,Rynette Scheun,Lisel Erasmus-Kritzinger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377387225251,"sku":"9780627031007","price":445.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627031007_f8244a48-e580-42ad-993d-06f5d726abec.jpg?v=1776483587"},{"product_id":"9780627030727","title":"The Effective Management of a School -  Towards Quality Outcomes","description":"\u003cp\u003eEffective school management requires that a school's human, physical and financial resources be managed in an integrated manner towards the ultimate goal of effective teaching and successful learning - an enormous task in today's ever-changing environment. The effective management of a school: towards quality outcomes is about finding coherence between these leadership dimensions in a decentralised school-based management setting. The effective management of a school: towards quality outcomes takes a strategic view of the key aspects of school management while guiding school managers to discover their own unique identities through advancement, development and enrichment. A team of highly experienced authors from a range of South African higher institutions have contributed their expertise and guidance. Management, administration and leadership; Organisational climate and culture of schools; Sexual harassment and relationships within the school; Understanding the nature of change and resistance to it; Dealing constructively with conflict; Managing stress; Approaches to decentralisation. The effective management of a school: towards quality outcomes is aimed at new as well as experienced school leaders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+R.J.+Botha\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eR.J. Botha\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"R.J. Botha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377387651235,"sku":"9780627030727","price":580.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627030727_a2e872e8-39cf-426c-9838-3f906de23f02.jpg?v=1776483574"},{"product_id":"9780627025754","title":"Effective School Marketing","description":"\u003cp\u003eEffective school marketing is an essential resource for learners, practitioners and policy-makers. 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Countries that have encouraged and nurtured both of these have stronger economies and are more resilient. Entrepreneurship and small business management focus on developing the important skills necessary for entrepreneurs to succeed in doing business in emerging economies. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEntrepreneurship and small business management provide a balanced theory and practical approach to help budding entrepreneurs develop thriving businesses. Fundamental aspects such as innovation and creativity are discussed as well as entrepreneurial strategies. The concluding section covers the essence of the business plan as well as relevant case studies, which are presented as a way of ensuring understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Ge+Chiloane-Tsoka\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eGe Chiloane-Tsoka\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+E.M.+Rankhumise\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eE.M. Rankhumise\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ge Chiloane-Tsoka,E.M. 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The chapters in this book are designed with such a person in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Dianne+Shober\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eDianne Shober\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dianne Shober","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377388929187,"sku":"9780627036354","price":555.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627036354_ce703836-894e-4845-b8ff-925f8a19dcb9.jpg?v=1776484138"},{"product_id":"9780627018244","title":"Farm Management - Financial Planning, Analysis and Control","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe modern farmer is confronted with almost insurmountable problems such as rising costs, lower product prices and escalating interest rates on the purchase of farming land. These factors are forcing farmers to optimally develop their business acumen and managerial skills in order to manage their farming enterprises as economically as possible. This title contains the basic principles of financial farming management, analysis and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+M.J.+van+Reenen\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eM.J. van Reenen\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+A.+de+K.+Marais\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eA. de K. Marais\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M.J. van Reenen,A. de K. 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Sales may generate revenue, but it is only when credit sales are converted into cash once debtors settle their accounts that these goals are achieved.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs firms attempt to ensure their sustainability, they face competition from other firms, regulation, policy uncertainty and taxation issues, new technologies, as well as a dependency on suppliers and labour, plus challenges from environmental issues and dynamic economic conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinance for non-financial managers explains the long-term goal of creating value, followed by the short-term goals of profitability, liquidity and solvency. A firm has to acquire assets and to finance them at the lowest cost possible. However, the management of these assets is not exclusively in the hands of a financial manager. Other functional departments, especially supply chain management and marketing, play a significant role. Finance for non-financial managers thus provides an understanding of the principles of financial management required to contribute favourably to the long-term sustainability of a firm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinance for non-financial managers explains the financial goals of a firm, and illustrates how the principles of finance should be applied in creating wealth as opposed to simply maximising profit. With its thought-provoking opening cases and user-friendly content, this book is ideal for anyone who has little or no prior knowledge of accounting or financial management.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinance for non-financial managers is a useful resource for managers involved in marketing, human resources, logistics, supply chain management and information management, and for professionals such as engineers, architects, attorneys and medical professionals in private practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Johan+Marx\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eJohan Marx\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Sam+Ngwenya\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eSam Ngwenya\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Gerhard+Grebe\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eGerhard Grebe\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johan Marx,Sam Ngwenya,Gerhard Grebe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377389682851,"sku":"9780627037177","price":655.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627037177_16aac5fb-3d4f-4405-9b41-43fe6160ec08.jpg?v=1776484280"},{"product_id":"9780627033308","title":"Fundamental Principles of Supply Chain Management","description":"\u003cp\u003eEffective supply chain management can have a vast impact on the efficiency and bottom lines of both small and large businesses. In Fundamental principles of supply chain management, the importance of supply chain management in both a global and local context and all areas of business is discussed. Fundamental principles of supply chain management highlight supply chain management from purchasing, operations and logistics perspectives. It also investigates facilities, inventory, information, transportation and sourcing as the key drivers of supply chain performance. The integrated supply chain is explained in terms of more strategic coordination for increased market impact, overall efficiency, continuous improvement and heightened competitiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Samson+Mbanje\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eSamson Mbanje\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Samson Mbanje","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377390239907,"sku":"9780627033308","price":565.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627033308_67bbda9a-ac0d-450d-9a32-012e4490dcfb.jpg?v=1776483792"},{"product_id":"9780627034275","title":"Fundamentals of Insurance","description":"\u003cp\u003eLloyd's of London aptly refers to insurance as 'the protection of the few, by the many', with its purpose being to restore the insured to the position that existed immediately prior to the incident that led to a loss, damage or liability. Insurance uses the pooling concept to provide cover against financial losses by collecting premiums, investing some of the funds and using the pool of money to pay out claims, simultaneously covering operating expenses and ensuring sustainability by creating reserves and adding value to the insurance company. Fundamentals of insurance is a concise yet comprehensive introduction to insurance, specifically for South African circumstances. Fundamentals of insurance highlight the need for commercial and personal insurance by explaining the financial objectives of firms and individuals, the role of financial statements and financial analysis, the valuation of assets and how risk management and insurance are related. It details how insurance business needs to be conducted, the procedures for handling claims, as well as the fundamental aspects of personal and commercial insurance. It provides a comprehensive framework and guidelines, with self-assessment questions at the end of each chapter, and prepares aspiring insurers for the entry-level of the insurance industry. Fundamentals of insurance is aimed at insurance students as well as organisations and institutions in the insurance field. Johan Marx is the director of the School of Management Sciences at the University of South Africa (Unisa). He holds a DCom (Business Management) and has been in academia since 1987. He was a trade and industry advisor at DTI from 1984-1987, and chair of the Department of Finance, Risk Management and Banking from 2007-2012. His research interests are currently in risk management and insurance. Frank van der Meer is a chartered insurance practitioner (FCII) and a fellow of the Insurance Institute of South Africa (FIISA). He has been in the insurance industry since 1966 and was the director of education of the Insurance Institute of South Africa from 1991-2003. He managed several insurance courses at the Unisa Centre for Business Management from 2006-2014. He remains actively involved in insurance education and training and is passionate about professionalism in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Fritz+Van+Der+Meer\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eFritz Van Der Meer\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+J.+Marx\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eJ. Marx\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fritz Van Der Meer,J. 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Fundamentals of sales and marketing - Discuss the development of sales and marketing skills in the southern African business environment; is unique as it presents the theory on both sales and marketing in one concise book; provides southern African examples and case studies; is written in simple, clear language which makes it easy to read access to business; management students and practitioners in the sales and marketing fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Eugene+Engelbrecht\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eEugene Engelbrecht\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Eugene Engelbrecht","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377390436515,"sku":"9781869284596","price":580.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9781869284596_d6abc489-4c21-4883-a078-82811d770525.jpg?v=1776608612"},{"product_id":"9780627037894","title":"General Management 2nd Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eToday's business environment is challenging and ever-changing. Accordingly, any manager, whether in the public or private sector, and whatever the size and type of organisation, has to have some basic management knowledge and skills. General management is a back-to-basics textbook that provides the grounding managers and entrepreneurs need to survive and prosper in today's fluid and competitive global marketplace. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGeneral management incorporates the fundamental concepts found in any general management course, including the basic functions of planning, organising, leading (activating) and control. The discussion is augmented with updated, real-life management-in-action examples and an Afrocentric perspective has been woven into the chapters where applicable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContents include the following:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e·         Management theory\u003cbr\u003e·         The organisational environment\u003cbr\u003e·         Managerial ethics and social responsibility\u003cbr\u003e·         Decision making\u003cbr\u003e·         Designing the organisation\u003cbr\u003e·         Organisational change and learning\u003cbr\u003e·         Managing diversity in the workplace\u003cbr\u003e·         Motivation\u003cbr\u003e·         Communication\u003cbr\u003e·         Foundations of control\u003cbr\u003e·         Contemporary management issues\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe editor, Kobus Lazenby, is a retired associate professor from the University of the Free State. Currently he is applying his management knowledge in the agricultural industry. His focus in the Department of Business Management was strategic management, project management and general management at undergraduate as well as postgraduate level. He also lectured project and strategic management at the Business School at the University of the Free State. He is the editor of the book The strategic management process: A South African perspective and the coeditor of the book Strategic management: Southern African concepts and cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+J.A.A.+Lazenby\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eJ.A.A. Lazenby\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"J.A.A. 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Related concepts and terminology, often confusing to first-time users, are explained. Introduction to financial derivatives is primarily aimed at second-year students and short-course providers, but undergraduate and graduate students that specialise in related disciplines (e.g. accounting or MBA) should also find it useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Johan+De+Beer\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eJohan De Beer\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johan De Beer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377404952739,"sku":"9780627028137","price":615.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627028137_2953b66d-20a1-4b65-8ff2-57aac4e3d3e0.jpg?v=1776483422"},{"product_id":"9780627022494","title":"Introduction to the Management of Public Finance","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis introductory work lays a sound foundation for the undergraduate study of public financial management. Written for students at universities, technikons and technical colleges, the book is an abstract of the same topics covered in 'Public Financial Management' yet couched in simpler terms. The focus rests more on facts and theories than the actual philosophy of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+J.H.S.+Gildenhuys\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eJ.H.S. Gildenhuys\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"J.H.S. 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Investment management is a concise yet comprehensive introduction to investment analysis and portfolio management, specifically in the South African context.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInvestment management provides a broad framework and a thorough network of guidelines for the investment management student. It focuses on investment in financial assets such as shares and bonds, and explains both fundamental and technical analysis. It investigates portfolio management and how derivative instruments such as futures, options and swaps may be used for this purpose. A chapter is devoted to the foreign exchange market and its management, and a chapter dealing with the governance of investment management is included. By means of self-assessment questions at the end of each chapter, it prepares undergraduates for postgraduate study and is written with the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) Level I learning outcomes in mind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInvestment management is aimed at undergraduate investment management students.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Johan+Marx\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eJohan Marx\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johan Marx","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377406722211,"sku":"9780627039126","price":700.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627039126_9f53f80f-623b-4655-9820-31d2c1e74790.jpg?v=1776484501"},{"product_id":"9780627027710","title":"Kwantitatiewe Statistiese Tegnieke 3de Uitgawe","description":"\u003cp\u003eKwantitatiewe tegnieke vorm die ruggraat van alle statistiese, ekonomiese en bestuursmodelle ingevolge waarvan vooruitskattings gemaak en bestuursbesluite geneem word. Die doel van Kwantitatiewe statistiese tegnieke is om die rol van hierdie tegnieke aan lesers te verduidelik en hulle in staat te stel om dit te bemeester. Die kwantitatiewe beginsels word eenvoudig uiteengesit en is veral gemik op eerstejaarstudente wat 'n loopbaan in die sakesektor beplan. Die onderwerpe wat behandel word, sluit direk aan by die kwantitatiewe agtergrond wat vir bepaalde beroepe in die sakewereld vereis word.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Swanepoel\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eSwanepoel\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Vivier\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eVivier\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Millard\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eMillard\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Ehlers\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eEhlers\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Swanepoel,Vivier,Millard,Ehlers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377407180963,"sku":"9780627027710","price":710.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627027710_b19f9de2-2c1d-4173-9d2e-df73ca77ee24.jpg?v=1776483337"},{"product_id":"9780627027062","title":"A Leadership Challenge in Africa -  A Framework for African Renaissance Leaders","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis title combines the challenges of Africa's development with leadership theory. Since proper assessment of a particular context - with its historical, philosophical, political, social and technological facets - is crucial for effective leadership, the author attempted to provide sufficient information about Africa to contextualise the leadership challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Gerhard+Van+Rensburg\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eGerhard Van Rensburg\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gerhard Van Rensburg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377408589987,"sku":"9780627027062","price":580.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627027062_896c5592-f5e0-4c4c-a736-dd31573ad196.jpg?v=1776483234"},{"product_id":"9780627027901","title":"Leadership Thoughts","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn our typically fast-paced life in the 21st century, it is not uncommon for people to feel a loss of direction, purpose and meaning. It would seem that deeper and more fundamental questions about our existence and the significance of our efforts and busy lives are seldom asked and contemplated. In many areas and at different levels there also appears to be a vacuum in inspirational leadership. Instead of waiting and hoping for others to rise to the challenges of our time, however, we can reflect on our own leadership and commit to growing as inspirational leaders ourselves. How well do we lead our own lives, our own families? How do we ensure that our own flame of inspiration remains strong? Do we have the ability to inspire others? Leadership thoughts attempts to open up perspectives, stimulate thinking and inspire attitudes and behaviour that would help to unlock the best in us - especially in the context of the workplace and the challenges that we face as a nation. It will be appreciated by students of life in general, by those who regard themselves as experienced but not complete leaders, as well as of aspirant leaders who are eager to lay the right foundations for their leadership challenges in future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Gerhard+Van+Rensburg\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eGerhard Van Rensburg\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gerhard Van Rensburg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377408688291,"sku":"9780627027901","price":580.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/img_9780627027901_b98cf8cf-82da-4daf-a3f0-5aa49f1bd8a4.jpg?v=1776483375"},{"product_id":"9780627026270","title":"Life Skills and Assets 2nd Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn this edition of the publication, the authors explore practices of proven worth and challenging contexts for interventions. On the theoretical side, the title examines how life skills and assets are widely used in current discourses in psychology and education. Links with positive psychology, resiliency theory, inclusive education policies and practices, and indigenous knowledge systems, are explored. On a practical level, it illustrates the application of the life skills programme in group interventions with diverse participants. It also presents examples of the asset-based approach in research and practice. Contextually, the challenges of identifying, accessing and mobilising strengths and assets in a milieu characterised by vulnerable children, HIV and Aids, poverty, unemployment and illiteracy are described.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+L.+Ebersohn\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eL. 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Financial skills are the best skills you can acquire since you will be able to use them to your benefit throughout your life. Learn how to draw up a budget, use debt wisely and escape debt, borrow money from a micro-lender, provide for your family, buy your own car and home and make good investments. It also teaches you to protect yourself and your assets, plan your retirement wisely, protect your job and start your own business, use a bank's services and products, and create a positive financial future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+N.+Swart\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eN. Swart\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"N. 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Managing human capital in the public sector is rooted in theory while using case studies to bring the learning experience closer to a public sector work environment. It supports a problem-based learning approach and prepares graduates to perform duties in a human capital environment with minimal on-the-job training. Contents include the following: Strategic human capital management; Acquisition and assimilation of employees into the workplace; Affirmative action, employment equity and managing diversity; Public sector compensation; Motivating staff; Performance management; Training in the public sector; Career management; Talent and retention management; Employee relations; Managing employee wellness in the workplace. Managing human capital in the public sector is aimed at students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, as well as human capital practitioners in the public sector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+D.M.+Mello\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eD.M. Mello\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"D.M. 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Several new South African case studies and applications are included to ensure a truly South African perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+A.+Bennett\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eA. Bennett\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+C.J.+Jooste\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eC.J. Jooste\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+L.+Strydom\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eL. Strydom\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"A. Bennett,C.J. Jooste,L. 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For the first time, Marketing in South Africa gives specific details of the UCT Unilever Institute of Strategic Marketing's consumer segmentation model. This feature is supported by almost 30 top academic and marketing practitioners who give a unique and innovative look at some of South Africa's most challenging marketing issues. In addition, over 20 case studies, many of which emanate from the UCT Unilever Institute's ongoing research over the last 17 years, allow students and practitioners to appreciate how best to apply principles to this diverse market. The book includes many video clips from the UCT Unilever Institute as well as other advertisements and YouTube clips. Marketing in South Africa can be used by undergraduate students, postgraduate students and practitioners in the arenas of strategic marketing, consumer behaviour, marketing communications, salesmanship and market research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+J.+Simpson\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eJ. Simpson\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+J.+Lappeman\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eJ. Lappeman\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"J. Simpson,J. 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Both private and public sector organisations need to be responsive to the expectations of their internal and external stakeholders to demonstrate that their performance not only yields the desired results in terms of the 'bottom line' but also that those results have integrity, i.e. what was planned is reflected in their processes and in what was eventually achieved. Monitoring and evaluation of policies, programmes and projects examines the key concepts and practices involved in performance tracking and evaluation. Monitoring and evaluation of policies, programmes and projects has drawn from the diverse experiences and expertise of the authors as well as from practical insights gained from practitioners and teaching students at various training courses, nationally and internationally. The balance between theory and practice makes it easy to understand and apply in the workplace, for the achievement of improved results. In this second edition, chapters have been expanded and re-focused to address emerging trends, and new chapters have been added to address institutionalising monitoring and evaluation to make it more participatory. Monitoring and evaluation of policies, programmes and projects remains both a conceptual text and an academic resource for university students, particularly those in management and public administration, as well as a reference work for practitioners and decision-makers in public and private sector organisations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+I.+Ile\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eI. 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The first edition was revised in 2011, the main changes being the inclusion of considerable additional material on the legislative framework governing municipalities, an extensive revision of the chapter on municipal budgets in order to incorporate the approaches introduced by the 2009 regulations on budgets and reporting requirements, and various amendments to chapters 3 and 4 to reflect the advent of further GRAP standards and changes in important local government statutes. The example of the annual financial statements contained in Chapter 5 was entirely redone to accord with the requirements of GRAP, and the chapter itself amended to include summaries of most of the prescribed GRAP standards. The many changes in municipal finance that occurred since 2011 have now necessitated a second revision. All newly enacted legislation and amendments to existing legislation have been included, as well as important impending legislation and new regulations, particularly those issued in terms of the Municipal Systems Act and Municipal Finance Management Act. Important MFMA circulars are also covered, as are other significant guidelines issued by the National Treasury. Various other matters of importance in relation to the financial administration and governance of municipalities are also dealt with, including municipal public accounts committees (PACs), new approaches to grants, the supply chain management reporting framework and several significant court cases. An updated version of the annual financial statements has also been prepared. As with the original edition, this revised version deals holistically with all the key features of municipal finance and accountancy, with emphasis on the principles of sound financial governance in municipalities. It is designed for use in tertiary education and also for regular consultation by accounting officers, financial and non-financial officials and councilors in the performance of their duties. 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