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The Portable MBA Desk Reference: An Essential Business Companion (The Portable MBA Series) [Hardcover]

Nitin Nohria (Author)
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The Portable MBA Series October 1, 1998
The brand-new edition of the ultimate desktop tool

The PORTABLE MBA DESK REFERENCE

Substantially revised, completely updated

How do I analyze a balance sheet? What is business process reengineering? Where can I get financial information about overseas companies? What kinds of services does the Department of Commerce provide to exporters?

When it comes to finding quick answers to these and other important business questions, thousands of people depend on The Portable MBA Desk Reference-the complete all-in-one guide to business terms, facts, ideas, and resources.

Now this Second Edition has been extensively revised to include the very latest business topics and data, plus new cutting-edge sections on technology, and much more. Organized into two easy-to-use sections, it contains an A-to-Z encyclopedia covering key topics ranging from accounting and marketing to manufacturing and strategy, plus a comprehensive resource guide for finding specific information-in print and on line-on dozens of subjects. Ideal for a quick-take or a fast refresher, this edition of The Portable MBA Desk Reference is the best colleague you'll ever have.

A selection of Book-of-the-Month Club, Money Book Club, and Quality Paperback Book Club.

Being in business today means navigating a daunting array of jargon, theories, and data covering hundreds of topics-any one of which could have the power to make or break your success at any time.

That's why thousands of people depend on The Portable MBA Desk Reference-the complete one-stop source of quick-access information on hundreds of key business terms, concepts, and resources. From accounting and advertising to management and manufacturing, this ready reference puts a wealth of essential knowledge right at your fingertips.

Now substantially revised and updated, this outstanding second edition of The Portable MBA Desk Reference keeps pace with the latest developments in business practice, including cutting-edge information on the Internet and electronic commerce, plus up-to-the-minute business facts, figures, and more. Like its successful predecessor, this new edition offers the combined wisdom of experts from every field of business-all skillfully presented in two user-friendly sections.

PART ONE is an easy-to-use A-to-Z encyclopedia of major business topics, with plain-English coverage of crucial terminology and subjects in accounting, economics, finance, international business, management, manufacturing, marketing, and strategy. You'll also find helpful mini-case studies and real-life examples, plus time-saving cross-references to related entries.

PART TWO is a comprehensive and up-to-date directory of sources of vital business information. It tells you exactly where to look-in print and on line-and whom to contact for information on dozens of business areas, including advertising, marketing demographics, corporate and industrial financial data, economic data, international business, and more. You'll also find appendices packed with hard business facts, numbers, and lists-perfect for beefing up an important report or preparing for that last-minute meeting.

Whether you're looking for a quick-take or a complete business refresher course, The Portable MBA Desk Reference, Second Edition is an essential companion for your trip to the top.

The Portable MBA Series

The Portable MBA series, with over 450,000 copies sold, provides instant "MBA literacy" to managers, professionals, and business owners. Portable MBA books provide comprehensive coverage of the primary business functions taught in MBA programs, as well as focused coverage of today's vital business topics. As such, The Portable MBA series provides the most authoritative continuing business education available.


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The Portable MBA Desk Reference is the essential source of key business information, definitions, ideas, and common business formulas. Now in its second edition, this key reference for every manager and student has been substantially updated to include all the latest business facts, figures, and lists, as well as new detailed sections on technology, including chapters on the Internet and e:commerce. The resource section in the back of the book has also been completely reworked to include more practical sources of information for managers. Nitin Nohria, of the Harvard Business School, lends his business expertise as the new editor for this edition.

From the Inside Flap

The Portable MBA Desk Reference Second Edition Being in business today means navigating a daunting array of jargon, theories, and data covering hundreds of topics-any one of which could have the power to make or break your success at any time. That's why thousands of people depend on The Portable MBA Desk Reference-the complete one-stop source of quick-access information on hundreds of key business terms, concepts, and resources. From accounting and advertising to management and manufacturing, this ready reference puts a wealth of essential knowledge right at your fingertips. Now substantially revised and updated, this outstanding second edition of The Portable MBA Desk Reference keeps pace with the latest developments in business practice, including cutting-edge information on the Internet and electronic commerce, plus up-to-the-minute business facts, figures, and more. Like its successful predecessor, this new edition offers the combined wisdom of experts from every field of business-all skillfully presented in two user-friendly sections. Part One is an easy-to-use A-to-Z encyclopedia of major business topics, with plain-English coverage of crucial terminology and subjects in accounting, economics, finance, international business, management, manufacturing, marketing, and strategy. You'll also find helpful mini-case studies and real-life examples, plus time-saving cross-references to related entries. Part Two is a comprehensive and up-to-date directory of sources of vital business information. It tells you exactly where to look-in print and on line-and whom to contact for information on dozens of business areas, including advertising, marketing demographics, corporate and industrial financial data, economic data, international business, and more. You'll also find appendices packed with hard business facts, numbers, and Lists-perfect for beefing up an important report or preparing for that last-minute meeting. Whether you're looking for a quick-take or a complete business refresher course, The Portable MBA Desk Reference, Second Edition is an essential companion for your trip to the top. The Portable MBA Series The Portable MBA series, with over 450,000 copies sold, provides instant "MBA literacy" to managers, professionals, and business owners. Portable MBA books provide comprehensive coverage of the primary business functions taught in MBA programs, as well as focused coverage of today's vital business topics. As such, The Portable MBA series provides the most authoritative continuing business education available. Abridged List of Series Titles The Portable MBA, Third Edition The New Portable MBA The Portable MBA in Marketing, Second Edition The Portable MBA in Finance and Accounting, Second Edition The Portable MBA Desk Reference, Second Edition The Portable MBA in Management The Portable MBA in Entrepreneurship, Second Edition The Portable MBA in Entrepreneurship Case Studies The Portable MBA in Strategy

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 680 pages
  • Publisher: Wiley; 2 edition (October 1, 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0471245305
  • ISBN-13: 978-0471245308
  • Product Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 1.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,519,558 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

 

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4.0 out of 5 stars A world of facts and figures at your fingertips, December 7, 1999
This review is from: The Portable MBA Desk Reference: An Essential Business Companion (The Portable MBA Series) (Hardcover)
Being in business today means navigating a daunting array of jargon, theories, and data covering hundreds of topics-anyone of which could have the power to make or break your success at any time.

That's why thousands of people depend on The Portable MBA Desk Reference-the complete one-stop source of quick-access information on hundreds of key business terms, concepts, and resources. From accounting and advertising to management and manufacturing, this ready reference puts a wealth of essential knowledge right at your fingertips.

Now substantially revised and updated, this outstanding second addition of The Portable MBA Desk Reference keeps pace with the latest developments in business facts, figures, and more. Like its successful predecessor, this new edition offers the combined wisdom of experts from every field of business-all skillfully presented in two user-friendly sections.

Part One is an easy-to-use A-Z encyclopedia of major business topics, with plain-English coverage of crucial terminology and subjects in accounting, economics, finance, international business, management, manufacturing, marketing, and strategy. You'll also find helpful mini-case studies and real-life examples, plus time-saving cross-references to related entries.

Part Two is a comprehensive and up-to-date directory of sources of vital business information. It tells you exactly where to look-in print and on line-and whom to contact for information on dozens of business areas, including advertising, marketing demographics, corporate and industrial financial data, economic data, international business, and more. You'll also find appendices packed with hard business facts, numbers, and lists-perfect for beefing up an important report or preparing for that last-minute meeting.

Whether you're looking for a quick-take or a complete business refresher course, The Portable MBA Desk Reference, Second Edition is an essential companion for your trip to the top.

Nitin Nohria is Professor of Business Administration at The Harvard Business School, where he focuses on leadership and organizational change. An active speaker at industry and company forums, he is coeditor-with James Champy-of Fast Forward, a collection of Harvard Business Review articles on change, and with Robert Eccles, of Networks and Organizations: Structure, Form, and Action. He is also coauthor of Beyond the Hype, with Robert Eccles; The Differentiated Network, with Sumantra Ghoshal; and The Arc of Ambition, with James Champy.

Reviewed by Azlan Adnan. Formerly Business Development Manager with KPMG, Azlan Adnan is currently Managing Partner of Azlan & Koh Knowledge and Professional Management Group, an education and management consulting practice based in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysian Borneo. He holds a Master's degree in International Business and Management from the Westminster Business School, London.

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A rich and informative referece; highly recommended., March 20, 1999
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An exceptionally well written in-depth reference to key business terms, tools, and formulas and a directory of sources of business information. Part I is an encyclopedia of major business topics covering accounting, finance, marketing, manufacturing, economics, international business, management, and strategy. Part II contains sources of information. The book includes appendices loaded with business facts, numbers and lists. A rich and informative referece; highly recommended. Reviewed by Gerry Stern, founder of hrconsultant.com. and Stern & Associates.
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5.0 out of 5 stars This book is GOLD in any business person's library!, September 20, 2002
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This desk reference is a wonderful tool. I thank God for the publishing of this book. I am a busy Mom/Wife/Accountant/MBA Student/Entrepreneur. This book saves me a lot of time and energy when I am doing research. I can get a quick synopsis of the topic, which makes it easy to narrow down my research efforts for more information on that particular topic. Or it helps to refresh my memory of an area of study. It reminds me of all the different essentials involved in certain consulting projects or research papers. GET THIS BOOK, THE INVESTMENT IS EXTREMELY WORTHWHILE!
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