Africa Case Studies in Operations Research

Africa Case Studies in Operations Research
Author: Hatem Masri
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 214
Release: 2022-11-09
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3031170083

This book presents contributions to the 50th Annual Conference of the Operations Research Society of South Africa (ORSSA), which was jointly hosted with the African Federation of Operations Research Societies (AFROS) at North-West University in Potchefstroom, South Africa from 12 to 15 September, 2021. Focusing on innovative case studies and recent applications of Operations Research models and algorithms in African countries, each chapter highlights findings emerging from the countries in question and explains the lessons learned. As such, the book offers an up-to-date overview of Operations Research practices and developments in Africa. AFROS is a “not for profit” organization that aims to promote Operations Research in Africa. Its affairs are regulated by an Executive Committee consisting of representatives/alternates of all its member societies. The members of the Federation undertake to co-operate in the advancement of knowledge, interest and education in Operations Research by appropriate means, particularly the exchange of information, the holding of meetings and conferences, and the awarding of prizes.

Transforming Research Methods in the Social Sciences

Transforming Research Methods in the Social Sciences
Author: Angelo Flynn
Publisher: NYU Press
Total Pages: 456
Release: 2019-03-01
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1776143566

Social science researchers in the global South, and in South Africa particularly, utilise research methods in innovative ways in order to respond to contexts characterised by diversity, racial and political tensions, socioeconomic disparities and gender inequalities. These methods often remain undocumented – a gap that this book starts to address. Written by experts from various methodological fields, Transforming Research Methods in the Social Sciences is a comprehensive collation of original essays and cutting-edge research that demonstrates the variety of novel techniques and research methods available to researchers responding to these context-bound issues. It is particularly relevant for study and research in the fields of applied psychology, sociology, ethnography, biography and anthropology. In addition to their unique combination of conceptual and application issues, the chapters also include discussions on ethical considerations relevant to the method in similar global South contexts. Transforming Research Methods in the Social Sciences has much to offer to researchers, professionals and others involved in social science research both locally and internationally.

Bridge Builders

Bridge Builders
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2000
Genre: Information storage and retrieval systems
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Research Training for Social Scientists

Research Training for Social Scientists
Author: Dawn Burton
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 521
Release: 2000-03-15
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0857022180

With indispensable advice for students from all social science backgrounds, this handbook provides the core conceptual and practical skills to embark on succesful research. The organization of the book reflects the knowledge that is required in order to become a competent and effective researcher. It follows the life-cycle of the research project: it begins with a discussion of ethical and philosphical issues; presents guides to both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis; provides help on using computers in research; and includes advice on how to write up and present a research project. Based on the UK Economic and Social Research Council advice on the training which students should undertake in preparation for postgraduate research, this book will be invaluable for all beginning researchers.

Cases in Operations Management

Cases in Operations Management
Author: Robert Johnston
Publisher: Pearson Education
Total Pages: 534
Release: 2003
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780273655312

The third edition of this clearly structured case book has been expanded and updated, and includes an introduction to the analysis of operations management cases. Key areas of operations management are dealt with, including new areas such as operations strategy, performance measurement and TPM.

Operations Management

Operations Management
Author: David Barnes
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 545
Release: 2018-01-30
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1137525770

This fascinating new core textbook, authored by a highly respected academic with over a decade of industry experience, takes a global and strategic approach to the important topic of operations management (OM). Integrating contemporary and traditional theories the text covers everything a student needs to understand the reality of operations in the modern world and combines the latest cutting-edge thinking with innovative learning features. Written in a concise and engaging style and based on up-to-date research in the field, the book provides a range of international case studies and examples that help students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world practice. This is a must-have textbook for students studying operations management modules on undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA programmes. In addition, this is an ideal textbook to accompany modules on operations strategy, production management and services management. Accompanying online resources for this title can be found at bloomsburyonlineresources.com/operations-management. These resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using this textbook and are available at no extra cost.

Critical management studies in the South African context

Critical management studies in the South African context
Author: Geoff A. Goldman
Publisher: AOSIS
Total Pages: 296
Release: 2016-12-31
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1928396127

The purpose of this book is to establish the first formalised scholarly work on critical management studies (CMS) in the South African context. The book is a collection of seven chapters, six of which employ a conceptual methodology and one of which follows an interpretive paradigm employing qualitative methods of inquiry. CMS is a relatively young school of thought, arising in the early 1990s and still very much a peripheral movement within the academic discipline of management. South Africa has very little scholarship on CMS as precious few scholars work in this space. Furthermore, publication opportunities are virtually non-existent as CMS is virtually unknown in the South African community of management scholars. Thus, this book represents the first academic work on CMS published in South Africa, written and reviewed by scholars who are familiar with the field. The primary target readership would be management academics, but it could also be a useful reference for postgraduate students in management.

Small Business Management in Cross-Cultural Environments

Small Business Management in Cross-Cultural Environments
Author: Per Lind
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 508
Release: 2013-03-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1136580794

Products and services created by small and medium sized organizations account for the vast majority of economic activity across the globe. These organizations will prove vitally important to the emerging and developing economies that will shape future decades. Small Business Management in Cross-Cultural Environments is one of very few books to take the cross-cultural context as an opportunity to analyse and discuss the key concepts of small firm management in different parts of the world. This textbook covers important topics, such as: the global economic development process entrepreneurship the role of government SME growth and collaborations in a global context. By explaining how culture shapes and conditions the reality of small businesses and how organizational theories and models fail as management tools, this book fills a significant gap. Supplemented by a compendium of compelling case studies, drawn from across the world, and based upon 25 years of international research by the author, Small Business Management in Cross-Cultural Environments is a useful guide for students and practitioners of SME and International Management

Cruise Operations Management

Cruise Operations Management
Author: Philip Gibson
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2006
Genre: Cruise lines
ISBN: 0750678356

'Cruise Operations Management' provides a contextualised overview of hospitality services for the cruise industry. The book looks into management issues providing a practical guide for both students and professionals alike.