Governance Networks in the Public Sector presents a comprehensive study of governance networks and the management of complexities in network settings. Public, private and non-profit organizations are increasingly faced with complex, wicked problems when making decisions, developing policies or delivering services in the public sector. These activities take place in networks of interdependent actors guided by diverging and sometimes conflicting perceptions and strategies.

As a result these net...

For courses in introductory statistics. the Art and Science of Learning from Data Statistics: the Art and Science of Learning from Data, Fourth Edition, takes a conceptual approach, helping students understand what statistics is about and learning the right questions to ask when analyzing data, rather than just memorizing procedures. This book takes the ideas that have turned statistics into a central science in modern life and makes them accessible, without compromising the necessary rigor. ...

Beperkte Maritieme Radiocommunicatie (Marcom-B GMDSS)

Marcom-B GMDSS behandelt alle stof die nodig is voor deel II van het Marcom-B examen. Het beschrijft uitbreid de uitgangspunten van het GMDSS en welke eisen worden gesteld aan de radio-communicatieapparatuur. Ook worden de procedures met betrekking tot de DSC behandeld, het Inmarsat-systeem en het nood-, spoed- en veiligheidsverkeer. Ten slotte komen de verschillende verplichtingen die er aan boord zijn met betrekking tot maritieme communi...

Colonialism/Postcolonialism is a comprehensive yet accessible guide to the historical, theoretical and political dimensions of colonial and postcolonial studies. This new edition includes a new introduction and conclusion as well as extensive updates throughout. Topics covered include globalization, new grassroots movements (including Occupy Wall Street), the environmental crisis, and the relationship between Marxism and postcolonial studies.

Loomba also discusses how ongoing struggles such a...

How is practical change work carried out in modern organizations? And what kind of challenges, tasks and other difficulties are normally encountered as a part of it?In a turbulent and changing world, organizational culture is often seen as central for sustained competitiveness. Organizations are faced with increased demands for change but these are often so challenging that they meet heavy resistance and fizzle out. Changing Organizational Culture encourages the development of a reflexive app...

Highly Commended at the British Medical Association Book Awards 2016 MRI at a Glance encapsulates essential MRI physics knowledge. Illustrated in full colour throughout, its concise text explains complex information, to provide the perfect revision aid.

Het boek Arbeidsrecht voor HR-management combineert

de theorie van het arbeidsrecht met gerichte praktijkvoorbeelden.

Hierbij wordt speciale aandacht gegeven

aan wijzigingen die de Wet werk en zekerheid (WWZ)

met zich mee brengt.

De praktijkvoorbeelden zijn gebaseerd op twee fi ctieve

professionals: Henk en Veronique. Henk is franchiseondernemer

van een supermarkt en Veronique is

HR-manager bij een internationale onderneming. Aan

de hand van de praktijkvoorbeelden worden alledaagse

werksituaties beschr...