Updated edition of this well-established, concise text on the theory and practice of management in Ireland. New to this edition: * Chapter on current management issues such as: * talent management * managing virtual teams * knowledge workers * generations X and Y * Outlines challenges resulting from the global recession, with a new section on managing through a recession Includes clearly defined learning objectives and chapter summaries Written with a clear focus on the learner, with revision questions provided at the end of each chapter SUITABLE FOR: - Students studying management as part of a degree or diploma programme in Institutes of Technology, universities and private colleges - Students taking management modules at FETAC level 6