The fifth edition of the Encyclopedia of Management presents a completely refreshed look at the vast and continually evolving field of management. Through 303 essays, readers will encounter thousands of terms, issues, and concepts such as:

• Aggregate Planning
• Apprenticeship Programs
• Balanced Scorecard
• Benchmarking
• Coalition Building
• Ethics
• Globalization
• Hypothesis Testing
• Inventory Management
• Japanese Management
• Lean Manufacturing and Just-in-Time Production
• Management Awards
• Mission and Vision Statements
• Organization Theory
• Outsourcing and Offshoring
• Pioneers of Management
• Project Management
• Quality of Work Life
• Time-Based Competition
• Virtual Organizations
• Women and Minorities in Management
• World-Class Manufacturer
• Zero-Sum Game

The Encyclopedia of Management's essays offer a unique starting point for individuals seeking comprehensive information that can't be adequately conveyed through brief dictionary-like definitions. Placed into context, and enhanced by background data as well as graphics and statistics, the topics covered in this volume are of both current and enduring interest.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

• Contents are arranged alphabetically from A to Z in one volume
• One comprehensive tiered index simplifies accessibility
• Cross-references abound to help readers locate information
• Many essays written by acclaimed experts in their fields
• "Further Reading" sections provide source suggestions for further study
• Graphs, charts, and tables
• Math formulas illustrate concepts and models

Composed by subject matter specialists and business writers, under the guidance of an expert advisory panel headed by Dr. Marilyn M. Helms of Dalton State College, EoM represents a substantial contribution to business and management reference. Students, scholars, and business practitioners alike will find a wealth of information in this fully revised source.