MBA In A Day: What You Would Learn At Top-Tier Business Schools (If You Only Had The Time!) [Hardcover]

Steven Stralser (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 24, 2004

The same critical information top business schools teach
Based on Professor Stralser's popular seminar series, MBA in a Day? is specifically designed for the busy professional (physician, attorney, architect, nonprofit executive, etc.) or entrepreneur/small business owner, who needs to know about the "business-side" of their practice, organization or business. With comprehensive coverage of vital business topics, important concepts and proven strategies taught at top graduate schools, this handy book offers a complete business education without the hassle of enrolling in an MBA program. Divided into four sections covering management and policy; economics, finance, and accounting; marketing; and systems and processes; this straightforward guide is easy to navigate and simple to use. Packed with illustrative examples, helpful anecdotes, and real-world case studies, this commonsense guide covers everything busy professionals would learn at the very best business schools-if they only had the time.
Steven Stralser, PhD (Phoenix, AZ), is Clinical Professor and Managing Director, The Global Entrepreneurship Center at Thunderbird: The American Graduate School of International Management and founder and CEO of The Center for Professional Development, Inc., an organization dedicated to post-graduate training and education of today's professionals.

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Based on Steven Stralser’s popular seminar series, MBA in a Day® offers concise, comprehensive coverage of the vital business topics, important concepts, and proven strategies taught at top business schools. For busy professionals, this straightforward guide offers a comprehensive business education without the time and money of graduate school.

Though suitable for anyone, this book is especially helpful for professional service providers–such as doctors and lawyers–who have extensive training in their profession, but want to learn the business skills necessary to manage a practice or small business. MBA in a Day fills the gap for those who need to understand fundamental business principles they were never taught during their professional education in specialized fields such as law, medicine, engineering, and architecture.

Small business owners and entrepreneurs will find here the same tactics and strategies that full-time MBA students use to get ahead. These classic business essentials are written in plain English, adaptable to any industry or profession, and applicable to today’s complex economic world. Packed with illustrative examples, helpful anecdotes, and real-world case studies, it’s useful as both a guide to learning the fundamentals of business and as a handy reference on your bookshelf.

Divided into four sections–covering management and policy; economics, finance, and accounting; marketing; and systems and processes–this handy resource is easy to navigate and simple to use.

Inside, you’ll find MBA-level advice on these topics and many more:

• Human resources and personal interaction
• Ethics and leadership skills
• Fair negotiation tactics
• Basic business accounting practices
• Fundamentals of economics
• Marketing strategies
• Advertising and promotion
• Effective communication and presentations
• Project management
• Information technology
• Using the Internet for business purposes
• Quality control measures

For professionals focused on the day-to-day challenges of running a successful practice, operating a small business, or launching a new venture, MBA in a Day presents the essential principles and concepts taught at today’s best business schools.

From the Back Cover

Praise for MBA IN A DAY®

"Dr. Stralser’s book, MBA in a Day is must reading for every physician who is in a management role, anticipates management responsibilities, or functions in a private, solo, or group practice setting. Insights into the fundamentals of management, marketing, personnel management, finance, and economics will add to one’s satisfaction and understanding of his or her contribution in the delivery of modern medicine."
–Anthony F. Vuturo, MD, MPH, FACPE
Senior Vice President, Canyon Ranch Health Resort
Professor Emeritus, University of Arizona College of Medicine

"After thirteen years in the National Hockey League, making the transition from professional athlete to entrepreneur has been eased by the practical knowledge that I have implemented from Professor Stralser’s MBA in a Day."
–Jim Johnson
Cofounder, FlexxCoach, e-learning for coaches and athletes
Former National Hockey League player

"Increased demands, limited time, and higher expectations challenge executives as never before. MBA in a Day is an excellent resource to cut through all the noise and focus on fundamental guiding business principles."
–David E. Ratcliffe
Director, The Merrill Lynch Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Management

"Steve Stralser is a master teacher. An MBA from Wharton or Harvard will cost you an arm and a leg. Read this terrific book and invest the money you would have spent on tuition into your own business."
–Robert Kramer, PhD
Director, Executive Education Programs
School of Public Affairs, American University

"The ‘fundamental’ business principles that Professor Stralser teaches in MBA in a Day are integral to sustaining a fast-growing business by any entrepreneur not formally trained in these concepts."
–Kenny Kramm
Founder, FlavorX
An Inc. 500 Company

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 320 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (September 24, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471680540
• ISBN-13: 978-0471680543
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #349,992 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for anyone, December 10, 2004

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Anuj - See all my reviews

This review is from: MBA In A Day: What You Would Learn At Top-Tier Business Schools (If You Only Had The Time!) (Hardcover)

In my case the book was a great refresher having graduated over 3 years ago with a Business Adm. Major in college.
For anyone unfamiliar with basic business concepts (Theory) this book is a practical & simple guide to learning the basics.
For other's like me it's a great reference tool and refresher if you've been away from the books for a while.
I'm planning to go to B-School this fall and I feel a little more comfortable now- knowing that the material is fresh in my mind.

The book is easy to understand, well written and logically compiled. I would definitely recommend anyone searching for a business concepts book to give this book a shot.

16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Also serves as great inspiration if you ever thought about doing your MBA, December 30, 2005

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ACD - See all my reviews

This review is from: MBA In A Day: What You Would Learn At Top-Tier Business Schools (If You Only Had The Time!) (Hardcover)

The hidden gem in this book, for those of you who don't have formal business education and always wondered whether the MBA was attainable for you, is that this book actually serves a wonderful second purpose. MBA in a Day allows you to "kick the tires", giving you a high-level overview of what you 'should' expect to cover during MBA study. Having read this book, I found the inspiration to learn more; as such I have enrolled in the MBA program where I already completed a masters in IT.

My only issue with MBA in a Day is that I would have loved to have seen a chapter on Entrepreneurship-- which would be relevant to certain MBA-wannabes (like me), as well as the existing professionals (the main audience of the book) hoping to launch their own private practices.

Neverthelesss, Dr. Stralser presents a wide variety of topics (including HR, Organizational Behaviour, Leadership, Ethics, Accounting/Finance, Economics, Marketing, Project Management, IS and Quality Management) in such an approachable way, making seemingly daunting subject matter easy to digest and appreciate.

A definite buy, I am glad I picked up this book.... if you are thinking about doing your MBA, you should too.

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Too little, February 7, 2007

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Mr. Judgemental (Japan) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MBA In A Day: What You Would Learn At Top-Tier Business Schools (If You Only Had The Time!) (Hardcover)

Goes a mile wide and an inch deep. I would rather the same book but each chapter by an expert in that area with a lesson/example.