TY - BOOK AU - Forsyth, Patrick TI - Managing change SN - 9780749463892 U1 - 658.406 PY - 2012/// CY - London PB - Kogan Page Limited KW - Organizational change--Management N1 - Table of contents Chapter - 00: Introduction: change – a synonym for success;Chapter - 01: The nature of change;Chapter - 02: Preparing for change;Chapter - 03: Prompting successful change;Chapter - 04: Communicating change;Chapter - 05: Change in practice;Chapter - 06: Fit for changeChapter - 00: Introduction: destination graduation;Chapter - 01: The academic essay: its nature and role;Chapter - 02: The foundation for success;Chapter - 03: Researching the content;Chapter - 04: Preparing and writing;Chapter - 05: The structure and detail of an essay;Chapter - 06: Example essays and the art of learning from experience;Chapter - 07: Looking ahead N2 - About the book New technological developments, changing legal requirements, new bosses and business partners - the forces of change are all around. In these uncertain times, the survival and future success of many businesses often depends on the ability of their managers and executives to move quickly, keeping up to speed with the pace of change, avoiding the pitfalls and seizing the opportunities that any new circumstances present. This accessible guide will help you through the maze of change and allow you to regain control, embrace transformation and change for the better yourself. Managing Change includes how-to advice on preparing for change, prompting successful alterations as well as communicating developments within an organization. Full of proven approaches and techniques, it's an indispensable resource for anyone in a managerial position who deals with change on a day-to-day basis ER -