Essential Study And Employment Skills For Business And Management Students

Author : Kevin Gallagher
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 335 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780198724001

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Essential Study and Employment Skills for Business and Management Students by Kevin Gallagher Pdf

Essential Study and Employment Skills for Business and Management Students offers a comprehensive, one-stop guide that will equip you with all the necessary skills needed to enhance your success both during university and in your future working environment. It covers all the core areas associated with business and management degrees, and offers a unique focus on employability to ensure that you can translate the skills you acquire into professional practice. This third edition has been fully revised to include a new group activity in each chapter, as well as updated activities throughout to reinforce the skills introduced in each chapter. The content and structure of the book has been updated to focus more effectively on core areas such as the use of quantitative data, and the development of professional skills and employability. With the main focus of the book firmly on active experimentation and reflection, Essential Study and Employment Skills for Business and Management Students remains unparalleled as a resource to support, encourage, and develop business and management students throughout their time at university and beyond. Online Resource Centre: For students: Selected activities from the text (including templates to complete online) Answer guidance on writing style and using a narrative approach Critical incidents log Excel workbook to provide additional support in areas such as constructing pie charts, bar charts, and line charts Information on using Excel in data analysis Web links YouTube channel featuring relevant videos on skills, including interviews with students and graduates that accompany the book For lecturers: PowerPoint slides

Author : James Kevin Gallagher
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0191080233

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Essential Study and Employment Skills for Business and Management Students by James Kevin Gallagher Pdf

Author : Peter Morgan
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 708 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2016-11-26
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781473934498

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The Business Student′s Guide to Study and Employability by Peter Morgan Pdf

Written in response to the pressures on universities to produce highly skilled and work-ready graduates and intended to map across a three year business course, this book contains the study and employability skills students need to succeed as a business student and graduate, from essential study, presentation and leadership skills to practical advice on getting that all-important job after university. Hands-on learning aids offer exercises for group work and self-study. Readers can expect the book to: Help them adapt to a new culture and environment by setting out what is expected and what they can expect at university Help them bridge the gap between school and university by developing essential study skills such as critical thinking and time management Help them develop transferable skills that are sought after by employers including presentation skills, leadership skills and commercial awareness Give them practical advice on getting that all-important job after university with chapters on CV writing, job hunting, interviewing and networking, among others The book is full of examples drawing on the author’s own personal experience with the final chapter offering words of advice from current graduates and employees working in lots of different sectors all over the world – including US, Europe, China and the UK. The book is complemented by a companion website featuring a range of tools and resources for lecturers and students, including an instructor manual and PowerPoint slides, answers and guidance on skills assessment tasks, templates and examples to download as well as additional chapter content on topics such as plagarism and essay writing. Suitable for all students taking a business degree.

Author : Patrick Tissington,Christos Orthodoxou
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2013-12-10
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781446293058

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Study Skills for Business and Management by Patrick Tissington,Christos Orthodoxou Pdf

Want to stand out from the thousands of other business and management students when you graduate from university? This comprehensive study skills book gives you all the tools and techniques needed to graduate with a better degree than you thought possible. Study Skills for Business and Management is written in an entertaining and non-patronising way and is filled with examples and case studies. With chapters on efficient and effective reading, working in groups, managing and writing essays and succeeding in exams, this textbook is written specifically with business and management students′ needs in mind. Key features: Written by an academic and a recent business and management graduate who are in touch with what it is like to study Business and Management today and the challenges students face Based on primary research in to which study skills are the most effective, providing an evidence-based approach that you can trust in and saving you precious time Contains a wealth of current examples from recent business and management graduates, highlighting examples of good practice as well as common pitfalls to avoid Student Success is a series of essential guides for students of all levels. From how to think critically and write great essays to boosting your employability and managing your wellbeing, the Student Success series helps you study smarter and get the best from your time at university.

Author : Kevin Gallagher
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2013-02-21
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780199644261

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Skills Development for Business and Management Students by Kevin Gallagher Pdf

Today's graduates are required to be well-equipped in professional skills, study skills and emotional competency. This textbook is specifically written for business & management students to help them identify and focus on the specific skills relevant to their area of study and future careers.

Author : Paul Ramsay,Pat Maier,Geraldine Price
Publisher : Longman Publishing Group
Page : 445 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Business
ISBN : 1408236990

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Study Skills for Business and Management Students by Paul Ramsay,Pat Maier,Geraldine Price Pdf

This title targets the specific needs of business and management students to ensure that these students get the most relevant and most useful study skills advice possible. The contents of the book cover how to manage your stress, getting the most out of lectures, excelling in exams, develop your writing skills, and much more.

Author : Martin Sedgley
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2020-04-15
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 9781137603364

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Skills for Business and Management by Martin Sedgley Pdf

This book provides practical guidance and strategies to help students make a successful transition to university and unlock their academic potential. Chapters are organised around five essential skills for success: time management, academic reading, academic writing and group-work, all of which are underpinned by independent learning. Students will learn how to demonstrate critical analysis in their writing, overcome challenges in group projects and deliver presentations with confidence and focus. In bringing together academic and employability skills, readers are encouraged to make connections between the skills they have developed inside and outside the classroom and to start the process of personal development planning sooner rather than later. Packed with activities, 'pause for thought' reflective tasks, student insights and model assignments, Skills for Business and Management is an essential resource for undergraduates and postgraduates on any business and management course. It is also ideal for those studying relating fields, such as accounting, finance, human resource management, hospitality, marketing and tourism management.

Author : Barbara Allan
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2009-04-16
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 9780335239016

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EBOOK: Study Skills For Business And Management Students by Barbara Allan Pdf

This practical handbook is an essential course companion for business and management students at degree level. It contains case studies, exercises, tips and self-assessment tools that will help students with their personal and professional development. The book covers key areas, such as: Learning and teaching methods Study strategies Time management Research methods Assessment activities Exam techniques Job searching And it also emphasizes the skills that are key for business and management courses, which include: Academic writing Critical and reflective thinking Effective communication Interpersonal skills Project management Research skills Team working Study Skills for Business and Management Students has been carefully structured to be used throughout a degree course in order to hone the skills necessary to get a good degree and begin a successful career. An accompanying website www.openup.co.uk/businesssuccess has more information on related careers with up-to-date web links.

Author : Sheila Tyler
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2016-11-25
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781317564010

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Studying for your Future Employability by Sheila Tyler Pdf

How employable will you be when you graduate from your business and management degree? How can you ensure that your time as a student is spent developing skills essential to the business world? Will you be poised to take on the job market with confidence and land your dream job? This study guide bridges the gap between your degree and your future career by connecting your study skills to the professional ones you’ll need. Designed to be a companion throughout your degree, this easy-to-use reference work simultaneously develops your employability whilst also helping you to succeed at university. Throughout your studies it will keep you focused on your future career by: teaching ‘bridging skills’ that enable you to apply your learning to professional practice showing how study skills such as diagnostics, planning and management, critical reading and knowledge transformation are used in the workplace demonstrating why ‘thinking skills’ such as critical thinking and reflection, developing arguments, problem solving, decision making, creative thinking and ethical thinking are vital to employers helping you to understand, early in your degree, what employers are looking for so that you can develop ‘career readiness’ as you study and gain work experience guiding you in developing a unique, evidence-based CV and using self-knowledge to make the right career choice. Studying for your Future Employability provides a range of scenarios and activities to demonstrate the links between study skills and professional skills, along with techniques familiar in the workplace. With IT skills embedded throughout, this is the perfect study skills textbook to accompany business and management students who want to make their time in education count.

Author : Peter Morgan
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 795 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2020-11-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781529738261

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The Business Student′s Guide to Study and Employability by Peter Morgan Pdf

Written in response to the pressures on universities to produce highly skilled and work-ready graduates and intended to map across a three-year business course, this book covers essential skills, from study, presentation and leadership to practical advice on securing that all-important job after university. A number of hands-on learning aids feature throughout, including: Skills self-assessment tables, ′For You to Do′, Integration and Application, Interview questions. This second edition has been thoroughly updated, and is complemented by a companion website featuring a range of tools and resources for lecturers and students, including an Instructor’s Manual and PowerPoint slides, answers and guidance on skills assessment tasks, templates and examples to download as well as additional online chapters on topics such as testing, assessment and alternative options for graduates. Suitable for all students taking a business degree.

Author : Tom Burns,Sandra Sinfield
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2012-03-07
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 1446260445

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Essential Study Skills by Tom Burns,Sandra Sinfield Pdf

Lecturers, why waste time waiting for the post to arrive? Request your e-inspection copy today! 'Brilliant little book! ... It's easy to follow and understand, full of practical hints and tips, helps to remove some of the pressures of uni life!' - Amazon review 'Really useful sections on reading and taking notes ... the bread and butter of student life.' - Amazon review Do you want to do better at university? Whether you're a student wanting to improve their study skills or a lecturer who wants to give their students a helping hand with their work, this book is for you. Packed with study tips and handy activities, this proven guide shows you step-by-step how to study effectively and make the best of your time - whatever level you're at. Whether you are going to university straight from school, a mature student, or an overseas student studying in the UK for the first time, you'll find out how to: Sail through those tricky first weeks Get the most out of lectures by understanding how you learn Learn techniques for academic writing and research Pass exams with flying colours Stay cool and cope with stress. Practical and interactive, this edition features six brand new chapters to arm you with even more essential skills including how to produce a dissertation, planning your career and focusing on building relationships with lecturers and other students to help you get ahead. Visit the Essential Study Skills Companion Website Launched with this edition is an improved and expanded companion website. Don't miss the extensive range of guidance and resources for both students and tutors, including video tips, study packs, practice exercises and other tools for you to use in both your preparation and actual work. SAGE Study Skills are essential study guides for students of all levels. From how to write great essays and succeeding at university, to writing your undergraduate dissertation and doing postgraduate research, SAGE Study Skills help you get the best from your time at university. Visit the SAGE Study Skills website for tips, quizzes and videos on study success!

Author : Sheila Cameron
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Business
ISBN : 1292304618

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The Business Student's Handbook by Sheila Cameron Pdf

"Develop essential learning and employability to excel at business studies The Business Student's Handbook, 7th Edition, by Cameron brings together personal skills, study skills and employability skills to help students succeed in their academic and professional lives. The book addresses transferable skills such as self-management, teamwork and planning to help you become a highly desirable graduate. A strong emphasis on project management, data analysis, communication skills and presentation skills makes this an essential resource for any business student. The TECHSkills boxes focus on your digital skills to ensure you are making the most of the best tools found online. This handbook is all about applying theory to practice; so you will find it filled with exercises, practical suggestions and tips"--

Author : Sheila Cameron
Publisher : Pearson Higher Ed
Page : 542 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2020-12-09
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781292304601

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The Business Student's Handbook by Sheila Cameron Pdf

Develop essential learning and employability skills to excel at business studies The Business Student’s Handbook, 7th Edition, by Cameron brings together personal skills, study skills and employability skills to help students succeed in their academic and professional lives. Designed to support both online and face-to-face study, the book discusses transferable skills such as self-management, teamwork, planning and critical thinking to help you become a highly desirable graduate. A strong emphasis on project management, data analysis, communication skills and presentation skills makes this an essential resource for any business student. The TECHSkills boxes focus on your digital skills to ensure you are making the most of the best tools found online. Additionally, this handbook is all about applying theory to practice and covers up-to-date exercises, practical suggestions and tips. Praise for The Business Student’s Handbook ‘Even though I’ve been in the field for over 30 years, I found new and engaging information in The Business Student’s Handbook. So no matter how many times a student has been down this road, I’m confident that they will always find something new here.’ – Jayne Mothersdale, National Teacher Fellow, Leeds Beckett University ‘A book that will see you through your business degree, from day one to several years after graduation.’ – Fiona Winfield, School Employability Manager, Nottingham Trent University ‘The book details the skills/competencies/practices required of young professionals and undergraduates making it a very useful tool for university life and beyond. What is particularly commendable about this book is the wide range of topics covered from essential writing skills to effective presentations skills.’ – Dr Pascale Daher, Lecturer, University of Liverpool Pearson, the world’s learning company.

Author : Sheila Cameron
Publisher : Pearson UK
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09-27
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780273749721

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The Business Student's Handbook by Sheila Cameron Pdf

The Business Student’s Handbook integrates study skills, interpersonal skills and work skills to help students gain better marks in their study and to transfer those skills for success in the workplace. The book covers a broad range of topics including: essential skills such as essay writing, exam technique and managing one’s studies, interpersonal skills such as working in teams, communicating and presenting, and work skills such as exploring problems, managing projects and improving creativity.

Author : John Neugebauer,Jane Evans-Brain
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2016-07-14
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781473985018

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Employability by John Neugebauer,Jane Evans-Brain Pdf

*Shortlisted in the Management and Leadership Textbook Category at CMI Management Book of the Year Awards 2017* Lecturers, request your electronic inspection copy here. Keen to succeed in today’s competitive job market? Want to learn how to make the most of longer-term graduate career development opportunities? This handy guide is the gateway to help you understand the academic and practical aspects of employability and to make the most of your longer-term graduate employability development. Inside you’ll find: A critical examination of theory to help with your employability studies Practical insights through real-world case studies on everything from job applications, to using work experience and networking effectively Specially commissioned employer, university, adviser and graduate insights from organisations large and small, as diverse as investment banking and international development aid giving you the inside track on what employers are looking for and how to develop your career. This essential guide equips you with the knowledge and practical guidance you need to achieve your full potential during your studies, into your first role, and in your career beyond. SAGE Study Skills are essential study guides for students of all levels. From how to write great essays and succeeding at university, to writing your undergraduate dissertation and doing postgraduate research, SAGE Study Skills help you get the best from your time at university. Visit the SAGE Study Skills hub for tips, resources and videos on study success!