Principles of Management: Practicing Ethics, Responsibility, Sustainability

By: Oliver Laasch

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Synopsis: An invaluable textbook for aspiring and practicing managers who want to create a 21st century business that is ethical and sustainable Principles of Management: Practicing Ethics, Responsibility, Sustainability places humanity, positivity and the world instead of profit at the center of its understanding of management principles. This fully revised edition maintains the intention of the first edition to re-think the idea of management in the face of modern world crises. It has been updated with three brand new chapters on communicating, innovating and leading. This accessible and engaging textbook will help students to become responsible and ethical managers ready for the 21st century workplace, armed with essential workplace skills. This textbook also includes coverage of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which are central to business education and practice. Key Features: • Updated with the latest developments in professional management • Exclusive interviews with management pioneers and professionals • All new case studies including Lego, Patagonia and Greta Thunberg • Worksheets and exercises that make for an active learning experience