Offers comprehensive coverage of the research experience in Business Research Methods. This title includes coverage of the business research topics - backed by theory.

'The Business of Decolonization' provides a fresh perspective on the end of the British Empire in Africa. It examines the transfer of power in the Gold Coast (Ghana) from the viewpoint of British companies and businessmen investigating their involvement in nationalist politics and their place in British imperial policy during decolonisation.

Addresses why it is that some small firms perform well and others don't and whether high-performing firms share characteristics that distinguish them from low-performing firms. By exploring bundles of resources this book explains small business outcomes such as growth performance entrepreneurial activity and the chance of receiving debt.

With case studies from major corporations/institutions including: American Meter Amway and the US Navy giving examples of successful change management initiatives this title shows how to achieve business process excellence through change mangement activities.