This book contains a comprehensive and balanced aspect of MNCs with special emphasis on Indian economy. It attempts to find out the numerous challenges before the MNCs and come out with best solution within limited resources. Too much care and attention has been paid to make the text easy to understand and simple to learn the intricases of the subject. Initially the book is divided into 11 chapters and each chapter is full of authentic and meaningful informations. The impact of MNCs on Indian Economy and the challenges before the MNCs are the hallmark of this text. This book is a must-buy for undergraduate and postgraduate students of Managment, Commerce and Tours and Travel Management. The phenomenal growth of Indian Economy in recent years has been a subject of discussion across the globe. The engine to this rapid and massive growth is not only the indigeneous technology and the human resources but the various Multinational Corporations operating effectively and efficiently in this country. Multinational Corporations (MNCs) have become a subject of interest for one and all in recent years. There is too much dearth of worthy books dealing with MNCs in Indian market. This text is an attempt to fill the void and fulfil the much needed demand of Management students. Contents : 1. Multinational Corporation 2. Historical Developments of MNCs 3. Main Features of MNCs 4. Towards a Theory of MNC 5. Strategy & Structure in the Internationalisation Process 6. Determinants of FDI 7. Designing Organisational Structure 8. Govt. Policies & MNCs 9. Challenges before MNCs 10. Impact of MNCs on Indian Economy 11. Remedial Measures for MNCs Bibliography

The book is an outcome of our interest in the subject as teachers and trainers for the last five years. The present text meets the requirements of both students and executives by supplying knowledge and skill inputs required for strategizing innovation and tools and techniques essential for employee creativity. The book contains 23 chapters, organized into six parts. Part-I introduces management and examines its relationship with the emerging environment. Part-II discusses the strategy dimensions of innovation management covering structure, leadership, climate and cultural aspects. Part-III elaborates the operational issues of innovation functions and projects. Part-IV focuses on innovation skill development of employees. Part-V presents a wide array of creativity techniques useful for individuals and groups. Part-VI explains managerial aspects of product and process innovations, their diffusion and protection. It also explores the path of progress of India as an innovative nation. The attractive features of the book are: - Simple, objective and lucid presentation of knowledge. - Clear explanation of tools and techniques. - Chapter beginning quotes or stories that interest in the subject. - Chapter-end summaries for a quick understanding of essential concepts and issues. - Chapter-end questions and exercises for reinforcing knowledge through tests and practical applications. - Chapter-end cases for improving analytical and evaluative thinking in varied situations. A comprehensive glossary providing explanation of key terms for ready reference and recall of concepts. Contents : PART-I: INNOVATION FUNCTION  Chapter 1 Innovation and Creativity  Chapter 2 Innovation Management Chapter 3 Functions of Innovation Management PART-II: PLANNING FOR INNOVATION Chapter 4 Innovation Environment Chapter 5 Innovation Opportunities Chapter 6 Strategizing Innovation PART-III: ORGANISING FOR INNOVATION Chapter 7 Innovative Organization Structures Chapter 8 Making Organizations Creative PART-IV: MANAGING INNOVAChapter 9 Research & Development Management Chapter 10 Innovation Project Management PART-V: MANAGING CREATIVE PEOPLE Chapter 11 Individual Creativity Chapter 12 Group Creativity  Chapter 13 Managing Creative Employees Chapter 14 Creativity Training PART-VI: CREATIVITY PROCESSES AND TECHNIQUES Chapter 15 Creative Thinking Chapter 16 Directed Creativity  Chapter 17 Individual Creativity Techniques  Chapter 18 Group Creativity Techniques  PART-VII: MANAGING INNOVATIONS Chapter 19 Product Innovations Chapter 20 Process Innovations Chapter 21 Innovation Diffusion Chapter 22 Legal Aspects of Innovation  PART-VIII: INNOVATIVE SOCIETY Chapter 23 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Chapter 24 Towards Innovative Society References Bibliography

The art of Management lies in 'Managing the Unmanageable'. In this context 'disasters' which are normally uncontrollable need to be managed effectively. The disasters which are not efficiently managed will do a lot of harm to the environment and the society. Natural hazards are universal reality and are perhaps inevitable, Natural or manmade disaster event will result in widespread human loss. It is accompanied by loss of livelihood or property causing human suffering and loss. A disaster disrupts the normal functioning of the society. Time and again, we see the terrible toll that natural disasters inflict on vulnerable communities around the world. The environmental degradation and its impact on life is a matter of global concern. This book aims to create awareness among the readers on disaster management, the agencies involved in managing the disaster, risk management as well as the relief and rehabilitation. It also envisages the role of NGOs and the application of technology in detail. The role of government and the special act enacted also have been enumerated in a lucid manner which would be highly appreciated by the readers. Contents : 1. Introduction 2. Disaster Response 3. Disaster Management Agencies and its Functions 4. Disaster Risk Management 5. The Relief and Rehabilitation 6. Disaster Recovery : Business Continuity Planning 7. Role of NGOs in Managing Disaster 8. Social and Psychological Dimension of Disaster 9. Technology and Disaster Management 10. Application in Disaster Management 11. Management of Disaster in India 12. The Future of Disaster Management Annexure

This book is consists of current trends which are being evolved and practised all-around the world in management field. The first chapter consists of Knowledge Management Concept, KM Strategies, Architecture and Tools of KM Practices.We are observing increasing hype about the wonders delivered by newest information technologies in an era characterized by knowledge as the critical resource for business activity. With the advent of new technologies, such as datamining, intranets, videoconferencing, and webcasting, several technologists are offering such solutions as a panacea for meeting the business challenges of the knowledge era. The second chapter consists of Six Sigma − Concept, steps involved in launching Six Sigma, benefits derived the basis of Six Sigma is measuring a process in terms of defects. The statistical concept of Six Sigma means your processes are working nearly perfectly, delivering only 3.4 defects per million opportunities (DPMO). As you know from your experience with Six Sigma, Sigma (the Greek letter σ) is a statistical term that measures standard deviation. In the context of management, it`s used to measure defects in the outputs of a process and show how far the process deviates from perfection. The third chapter consists of Mergers and Acquisitions Concept, Types, Relevance in 21st century businesses − Regulatory control. Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and corporate restructuring are a big part of the corporate finance world. Every day, Wall Street investment bankers arrange M&A transactions, which bring separate companies together to form larger ones. When they`re not creating big companies from smaller ones, corporate finance deals do the reverse and break-up companies through spinoffs- carveouts or tracking stocks. Not surprisingly, these actions often make the news. Deals can be worth hundreds of millions, or even billions of dollars. They can dictate the fortunes of the companies involved for years to come. For a CEO, leading an M&A can represent the highlight of a whole career. And it is no wonder we hear about so many of these transactions; they happen all the time. The fourth chapter consists of IT-enabled services, Business / Knowledge Process Outsourcing. Basic Achievements of the Indian Software and IT-enabled service industries contribution of the Indian Software and IT-enabled service industries to the national economy. The fifth chapter consists of World -class Manufacturing, Concept and Importance, Lean Manufacturing Practices, Just- in -time, Theory of Constraints. Until the 1970s, there was a widely accepted view of best practice in manufacturing. Firms which had grown on the back of post-war reconstruction, sold into stable and relatively undemanding markets. Supply-shortages meant that as long as firms could provide the volume at a reasonable price and quality, they would continue to thrive. The sixth chapter consists of Corporate Governance: Concept, Significance in Indian Context, Corporate Social Responsibility − Role of Board of Directors − Recommendations of Birla Committee and Narayanamurthy Committee − Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Turning to the Indian scene, one finds increasing concern about improving the performance of the board. This is doubtless an important issue, but a close analysis of the ground reality in India would force one to conclude that the board is not really central to the corporate governance malaise in India. This book 'Current Trends in Management' is specially designed for postgraduate management students of Indian universities. Contents : 1. Knowledge Management 2. Six Sigma 3. Mergers and Acquisitions 4. IT Enabled Services 5. World Class Manufacturing 6. Corporate Governance

This book in the Fourth Edition has been thoroughly revised and enlarged so as to cover new principles required in the performance of management thoughts and functions. In this present edition some prominent addition are Risk and Sensitivity Analysis in Management, Project Management and Several Chapters in Organisation. This book has been designed to provide its readers with a sound foundation of management. The number of chapters, chapter topics and the Contents of each chapter have carefully chosen to introduce the readers to all important concepts through this single book. Each chapter addresses the fundamentals concepts, popular technologies and current statements. Book Content of Management Concepts & Practices PART I : MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES 1. Meaning, Scope, Important and Principles of Management 2. Management Concepts and Principles 3. Evolution and Growth of Management Thought 4. Evolution and Growth of Management Thought 5. Management and Decision Making 6. Management by Objective (MBO) and Management by Exceptions (MBE) 7. Co-ordination (as the Essence of Management) 8. Management and External Environment 9. Levels of Management 10. Functional Areas of Management 11. Management of Change 12. Management of Conflict 13. Risk Sensitivity and uncertainty Analysis in Management 14. Project Management PART II : PLANNING AND BUSINESS FORECASTING 15. Planning General 16. Classification and Methods of Planning 17. Business Forecasting PART III : ORGANISATION 18. Meaning, Importance Principles and Process of Organisation 19. Organisation Theory 20. Authority, Responsibility and Power 21. Delegation of Authority 22. Authority Relationships 23. Departmentation 24. Organisation Development (OD) 25. Centralisation and Decentralisation of Authority 26. Informal Organisation and Group Dynamics 27. Direction in Management Organisation 28. Supervision in Management Organisation PART – IV : Controlling 29. Controlling 30. Control Aids or Tools and Techniques of Control PART – V : Miscellaneous Chapters 33. Motivation 34. Leadership 35. Morale 36. Communication 37. Staffing and Recruitment, Transfer and Promotion 38. Demand Forecasting in Management 39. Job-Evaluation and Merit Rating in Management 40. Job Analysis: Job Design and Technique in Management 41. Job Satisfaction and Frustration under Management System 42. Cost Concepts Analysis in Management 43. Managerial Control and Techniques 44. Emerging Principles of Management PART – VI : Cases and their discussions 45. Cases and their Discussions Bibliography

The book 'Tourism Management' is a labour of love. The interface of professional knowledge in tourism and human interaction with customers makes it a dynamic and challenging field for tourism professionals. Tourism Management is an introduction to the Tourism Industry. It provides a comprehensive overview of all facets of tourism including the historical development of tourism, types of tourism, travel agents and tour operators, airlines, itinerary planning and costing, tourism marketing, environmental issues, impact of tourism and future trends in tourism etc. There is a felt need for a tourism text book addressing the current issues and operations of the tourism industry. The book provides a practical roadmap of the Tourism Industry and is based on the syllabus of tourism courses. This book will fill the void of a text book written specially for students, new entrants in the industry and experienced staff. It gives an insight into the practical and theoretical aspects of working in the industry and the latest technological innovations in tourism operations. Richly illustrated with diagrams, maps and statistical tables, it gives the student a thorough knowledge of the exciting world of Tourism. Contents - 1. Introduction to Tourism 2. The Historical Development of Organised Tourism 3. Overview of Tourism Industry 4. Different Types of Tourism 5. Tourism Companies - The working of Travel Agents and Tour Operators 6. Tourism Organizations 7. Surface Transportatin Bus, Coach and Railways 8. Water Transportation - Cruises 9. Airlines 10. Itinerary Planning and Costing 11. Tourism Marketing 12. Tourism - Human Resources Training and Development 13. Service Factor in Tourism 14. Impact of Tourism and Environmental Issues in Tourism 15. Future Trends in Tourism Bibliography

The purpose of this book is to place on a platter, essential business related know-how to undergraduates in India who may be interested in starting their own business, especially those who cannot proceed with formal management education. A favorable profile of today's India offers ample opportunity even to seasoned and successful business leaders to set up a new enterprise or enlarge their already well established businesses. The wide-ranging, multilayered economic strata of the Indian populace offers diverse opportunities for new start-ups, which have been gathering momentum for decades. This book covers essential academic contents on conventional as well as current management thoughts. Readers with varied backgrounds and interests including teachers may find it interesting for thinking afresh and for guiding others. Contents - 1. On Businesses 2. On Management 3. On Strategy 4. On Entrepreneurship 5. On Indian Environment Epilogue Glossary and Abbreviations Select Bibliography

This book is divided into four sections each concentrating on different core aspects of CSR. The first section deals with CSR Concepts which takes you through the journey of history of CSR, briefing about the Social Causes and Sustainability. The second section of the book is CSR and Measurement with a focus on Social Angle and traverses through measurement of Social Projects, CSR Life Cycle, CSR Indexes and Benchmarking Indicators. In third section, you graduate with the governance angle from CSR and Corporate Governance and learn in-depth knowledge about Code of Ethics, CSR Laws in India and Internationally along with their application. Lastly, we focus on CSR and Strategic Management with concentration on sustainability. This section enables us to think about CSR Business Cases, CSR Policy, Framework and Developing Strategy. Each section empowers you with a brief knowledge of the topics included in CSR. Contents - Section 1 1. What is Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)? 2. What are Social Causes? 3. Sustainability Section 2 4. CSR and Measurement 5. CSR Index 6. Benchmarking Tools in CSR Section 3 7. CSR and Corporate Governance 8. Corporate Codes of Conduct and Ethics 9. CSR Laws Section 4 10. CSR and Business 11. CSR Policy and Framework 12. CSR and Strategy

Change is inevitable in all fields of our life. There is a famous saying by Picasso 'Every act of creation is first of all an act of destruction'. Henri Bergson has said that 'To exist is to change; To change is to nature; To nature is to go on creating oneself endlessly'. The subject of 'Change Management' has been written by many eminent authors. In the present day context, managers are to be fully aware of all the types of changes that are taking place and they also should know how to manage them. Lawrence Hrebrmiak of the Wharton School at the university of Pensilvania mentions the nature of change effort depends on two factors: - Size of the change problem or content of change such as Large-small; Sequential change-Evolutionary change; Complex change-Managerial intervention and change. - Time available such as long-short. In general, change can be taken as large or small depending on the size of the problem and short or long depending on the time available. The subject on change and change management involves many aspects, idea, decisions and implementation of changes. Change Management involves individual change, personal change, organisation of changes and several models during implementation of change in increasingly demanding times. It involves several systematic frame works and commitment while making tough choices during implementation. The implementing manager should be well versed in understanding the change like nature, forces and types of change, and models to be adopted. He should have organizational vision, strategies to be built up and manage the change properly; deal with individuals, groups, teams and overcome organizational resistance to change. This book deals with some of these aspects in 8 chapters. Book Content of Change Management 1. Introduction to Change Management 2. Change Management 3. Individual Change 4. Personal Change 5. Dealing with Individuals and Groups 6. Organisation Culture 7. Models of Organisational Change 8. Organisation Development

Contemporary Tourism and Hospitality Laws is a comprehensive textbook specially designed for the students, teachers and scholars. Developed as a text, this book studies the principles from a contemporary perspective, explores the relationship among them, and knits them together. It takes an application-approach to explain the concepts of tourism and hospitality laws with the help of examples, exhibits, and case studies. This book useful for its coverage and simple, easy-to-understand, jargon-free language, focused coverage and sound theoretical base. The structure of the text encourages and supports of an in-depth tourism and hospitality laws during the semester. Salient Features - Comprehensive and easy to understand text, with detailed coverage - Refers to best international legal practices whilst explaining the Indian legal scenario - Emphasis on international conventions - Updated legislative framework for human resource management - Focus on tourism and hospitality Contents : Unit – I : Contemporary Tourism 1. Overview of Tourism Sector 2. Review of Activities of the 11th Five Year Plan 2007-12 3. Strategies for Development of Tourism during the 12th Plan 4. Development of Tourism Infrastructure, Connectivity and Destination Management 5. Human Resource Development and Capacity Building 6. Publicity, Promotion and marketing 7. Sustainable Tourism, Rural Tourism, Eco-tourism and heritage Tourism 8. Adventure Tourism and other Niche Products 9. Convergence among various Agencies at Center and State Level for Development of Tourism 10. Taxation, Incentives and Facilitation for Tourism Sector 11. Market Research and Tourism Statistics Annexure Unit – II : International Conventions And Hospitality Laws 1. Athens Convention Relating to the Carriage of Passengers and their Luggage by SEA, 1974 2. Brussels Convention on Jurisdiction and the Enforcement of Judgments in Civil and Commercial Matters, 1968 3. Conventions on International Civil Aviation, Signed at Chicago on 7 December 1944 (Chicago Convention.) 4. The Customers Act, 1962 5. The Preservation of Food Adulteration Act, 1954 6. The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 7. The Goa, Daman and Diu Registration of Tourist Trade Act, 1982 8. The Goa, Daman and Diu registration of Tourist Trade Rules, 1985 9. The Goa Tourist Places (Protection and Maintenance) Act, 2001 10. IATA General Conditions of Carriage (Passenger and Baggage) 11. International Convention on Travel Contracts (CCV) (Brussels, April 23, 1970) 12. Manila Declaration of World Tourism (1980) 13. Helenski Accord (1975) 14. Word Tourism Organization the Hague Declaration on Tourism, (1989) 15. Tourism Bill of rights and Code (1989) 16. Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, 1961 17. Travel Policy BAXTER CASE STUDY 18. Legislative Framework – Human Resource Management in Tourism 19. Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Haritage – 1972 20. Warsaw Convention – 1929 Bibliography