Contemporary Management 12th Edition Overview
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Who are the authors of 'Contemporary Management, Twelfth Edition'?

  • Haley Burmeister and Beth Blech
  • Keri Johnson and Debbie Clare
  • Gareth R. Jones and Jennifer M. George (correct)
  • Michael Ablassmeir and Michele Janicek

    • What format is 'Contemporary Management' available in?

  • Digital edition only
  • Bound and loose-leaf editions (correct)
  • E-book and audiobook editions
  • Only hardcover

    • What does the copyright page indicate about reproduction of the book?

  • It is in the public domain.
  • It can be reproduced freely for educational purposes.
  • Reproduction is allowed only in electronic formats.
  • It requires prior written consent for reproduction. (correct)

    • What year was the twelfth edition of 'Contemporary Management' published?

    <p>2022</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if someone wants to distribute parts of the book?

    <p>Obtain written consent from McGraw Hill LLC.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is McGraw Hill LLC located?

    <p>New York, NY</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the publication methods for ancillaries?

    <p>Some ancillaries may not be available outside the U.S.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following roles is NOT mentioned in the credits of the publication?

    <p>Editor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Tegrity in McGraw-Hill Campus?

    <p>To capture and make class lectures available 24/7.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Tegrity enhance students' learning experience?

    <p>By allowing students to replay lectures and access various resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of learning does Tegrity aim to improve for students during lectures?

    <p>Note-taking efficiency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Tegrity assist with the assurance of learning initiatives?

    <p>It links test bank questions to chapter learning objectives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technology does Tegrity utilize to capture lectures?

    <p>A simple one-click start-and-stop process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a feature provided by the McGraw-Hill Campus platform?

    <p>Delivery of physical textbooks door-to-door.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key benefit of the search feature provided by Tegrity?

    <p>Enhances the ability to find specific class content quickly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized as a significant factor in learning according to educational institutions?

    <p>The assurance of learning as part of accreditation standards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key focus for managers regarding a diverse workforce?

    <p>Maximizing performance benefits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What recent addition helps improve ethical behavior in the workplace?

    <p>Employee nudges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What strategy did Toys R Us employ to reinvent itself?

    <p>Partnering with a software retailer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which company is mentioned in relation to a significant operational change?

    <p>GE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which company implemented a Balanced Scorecard to evaluate its performance?

    <p>General Mills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What change occurred in Disney's executive leadership?

    <p>Replacement of Bob Iger as CEO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the challenges mentioned regarding women in leadership?

    <p>Lack of women CEOs in S&amp;P 500 companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the focus of the 'Manager as a Person' section related to Starbucks?

    <p>Implementation of plans for sustained growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of the U.S. workforce is increasing, according to updated statistics?

    <p>Age diversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What issue is discussed in the 'Ethics in Action' section regarding Volkswagen?

    <p>Top-down changes post-emissions scandal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What management strategy is highlighted as important for efficiency?

    <p>Personal and business goal setting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What demographic influence is mentioned as impacting the U.S. workforce?

    <p>Rising influence of Hispanics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been the recent focus of Best Buy's strategies?

    <p>Staying relevant in a changing environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primary managerial trait is discussed in relation to flexibility?

    <p>Adaptability in decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main concern of the 'A Manager’s Challenge' related to Cisco Systems?

    <p>Attracting and retaining top talent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is Canada Goose utilizing product differentiation to its advantage?

    <p>By emphasizing unique design features</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the partnership between McGraw-Hill Education and Blackboard?

    <p>To simplify student access to Connect and Create</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Contemporary Management align with AACSB standards?

    <p>By connecting selected questions to AACSB knowledge guidelines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding AACSB accreditation and content coverage?

    <p>Individual schools decide on content coverage and assessment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated about the statements provided in Contemporary Management?

    <p>They serve as a guide for users of the product.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of support can users expect from McGraw-Hill Education after purchasing their products?

    <p>Access to email support 24 hours a day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What resources does McGraw-Hill offer for customer support?

    <p>A knowledge bank of FAQs on their support website</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal in developing Contemporary Management?

    <p>To set a new standard for market-driven textbooks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of Technical Support Analysts at McGraw-Hill?

    <p>They assist users in a timely fashion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Contemporary Management explicitly state regarding its qualifications?

    <p>It makes no claim of specific AACSB qualifications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of activities did faculty participate in during the product development process?

    <p>Regional focus groups and manuscript reviews</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the effort put into the product development plan?

    <p>It was described as one of the most aggressive plans ever undertaken.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been a key outcome of gathering feedback and reviews for the manuscript?

    <p>Confidence that the textbook meets the needs of both faculty and students.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of the textbook development process is emphasized in the acknowledgment section?

    <p>The importance of customer-driven feedback in development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the authors' confidence based on during the textbook's development?

    <p>Feedback gathered from hundreds of faculty members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reaction do the authors expect from reviewers upon examining the textbook?

    <p>Satisfaction with the degree of attention given to their feedback.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the authors describe the challenge of producing a competitive textbook?

    <p>As a significant challenge that goes beyond obtaining feedback.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Contemporary Management Textbook Information

    • Twelfth edition of Contemporary Management
    • Published by McGraw Hill LLC
    • Copyright © 2022 by McGraw Hill LLC
    • ISBNs for bound and loose-leaf editions provided
    • Authors: Gareth R. Jones and Jennifer M. George
    • Affiliation: Rice University

    Textbook Features and Updates

    • New "Management Insight" on E Source
    • Updated statistics on workforce diversity
    • New "Focus on Diversity" on the increasing impact of Hispanics
    • Updates on companies employing people with disabilities
    • Updated discussion on age and gender participation in the workforce
    • Statistics on the increasing diversity of the U.S. workforce
    • New "Ethics in Action" on increasing ethical behavior in the workplace
    • New "Case in the News" about GE and the rail business
    • Updates on Gen-Z and General Mills' planning strategies.
    • New "Manager as a Person" on Starbucks' COO
    • Discussion of Toys R Us' and software retailer partnerships
    • New "Management Insight" on Canada Goose and product differentiation
    • "Case in the News" on Best Buy strategy adjustments
    • "A Manager's Challenge" about Mattel's CEO and process redesign
    • New "Ethics in Action" discussing efficiency vs. workers
    • New "Case in the News" on Stitch Fix inventory and customer experience
    • "A Manager's Challenge" on Cisco Systems talent acquisition
    • Inclusion of the Balanced Scorecard and its use for performance evaluation
    • Updated discussion on Disney's strategic reorganization (new CEO)
    • "Case in the News" on Volkswagen's emission scandal response.
    • Updates on remote workers' impact on managers and organizations

    Learning Resources and Support

    • Tegrity: Lecture capture and replay.
    • McGraw-Hill Campus and Connect access to numerous resources for faculty and students (eTextbooks, test banks, PowerPoint slides, animations, learning objectives, etc).
    • Single sign-on (SSO) access for McGraw-Hill products.
    • Assurance of learning initiatives supported mapping test bank questions to specific chapter learning objectives.
    • Blackboard partnership for seamless access to Connect and Create.
    • McGraw-Hill Customer Experience Group support resources: email product specialists, FAQs, and technical support.

    Reviewer Information

    • A list of faculty reviewers for the textbook are listed by name and institution.

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    This quiz explores the key features and updates of the Twelfth edition of the Contemporary Management textbook by Gareth R. Jones and Jennifer M. George. It covers new insights on management practices, diversity statistics, and ethical considerations in the workplace, enhancing your understanding of modern management principles.

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