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by William Nickels (Author), James McHugh (Author), Susan McHugh (Author)
3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (22 customer reviews)

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Understanding Business by Nickels, McHugh, and McHugh has been the number one textbook in the introduction to business market for several editions for three reasons: (1) The commitment and dedication of an author team that teaches this course and believes in the importance and power of this learning experience, (2) we listen to our customers, and (3) the quality of our supplements package. We consistently look to the experts –full-time faculty members, adjunct instructors, and of course students– to drive the decisions we make about the text itself and the ancillary package. Through a series of focus groups, symposia, as well as full-book, single-chapter, revised manuscript reviews of both text and key ancillaries, we have heard the stories of more than 500 professors and their insights and experiences are evident on every page of the revision and in every supplement. As teachers of the course and users of their own materials, the author team is dedicated to the principles of excellence in business education. From providing the richest most current topical coverage to using dynamic pedagogy that puts students in touch with today’s real business issues, to creating groundbreaking and market-defining ancillary items for professors and students alike, Understanding Business leads the way.

About the Author
Bill Nickels teaches Marketing in a large lecture environment at the University of Maryland. Bill has won the Outstanding Teacher on Campus Award for 3 years including 1997. Bill received his M.B.A. from Case Western Reserve and his Ph.D. from the Ohio State University.

Jim McHugh is an associate professor of business at St. Louis Community College. Jim teaches several sections of introduction to business, and has been for 18 years. Jim holds an M.B.A. and has broad experience in both education and business. He has conducted numerous seminars in business and maintains several consulting positions with small and large business in the St. Louis area.

Susan McHugh holds an M.Ed. and has completed Ph.D. coursework in education administration, concentrating on adult learning theory. As a professional, Susan consults in both training and curriculum development. Not only is Susan a co-author on UB5/e., she also developed the integrated teaching and learning system.

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  • Hardcover: 800 pages
  • Publisher: McGraw-Hill/Irwin; 8 edition (November 2, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 007310597X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0073105970
  • Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 1.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,731 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Functional book, September 23, 2008
This book serves a function. That function is to teach one about the basic fundamentals of business. It has interesting anecdotes from time to time, but by and large it is a book for school. Want something entertaining that teaches about business? Find something else. Something that costs way less than this.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very good book, September 11, 2008
Excelent book, well written, the most important concepts are not only highlighted but are placed on a box on the side, which makes it easy to identify them and saves a lot of highliting. There are many examples of real companies and how they relate to the concepts being learned.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Easy Reading, June 16, 2008
This book is very clear and easy to read. The definitions are highlighted and defined on the edges of the pages. Sections are divided well, and images captioned with relevant info. The book offers online quizzes and additional material to round out the learning experience. A good buy for Intro to Business courses.
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