Solving managerial problems systematically

Solving managerial problems systematically

by Heerkens, Hans

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In their new book Solving Managerial Problems Systematically, Hans Heerkens and Arnold van Winden teach students how to identify and efficiently deal with problems. The book uses the Managerial Problem-Solving Method, which deals with problems step by step. Solving Managerial Problems Systematically describes the seven phases of the Managerial Problem-Solving Method, a roadmap on how to identify, conduct thorough research into, and lastly solve a core problem. This textbook treats the concept o…

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Title Statements

  • Full title :Solving managerial problems systematically / Hans Heerkens, Arnold Van Winden.

Summary

In their new book Solving Managerial Problems Systematically, Hans Heerkens and Arnold van Winden teach students how to identify and efficiently deal with problems. The book uses the Managerial Problem-Solving Method, which deals with problems step by step. Solving Managerial Problems Systematically describes the seven phases of the Managerial Problem-Solving Method, a roadmap on how to identify, conduct thorough research into, and lastly solve a core problem. This textbook treats the concept of a problem' as an analytical one; a concept that can be found in any department in any organisation. Creative techniques are used to help find a solution for the problems encountered, which makes the method an ideal tool that is applicable in nearly any situation. Solving Managerial Problems Systematically is intended for Bachelor studies (professional education and university) where students engage in problems and problem-solving in individual courses, projects, or graduation. It is a valuable aid for consultants and advisors to help identify and analyse managerial problems, and to advise companies on possible solutions.

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Edition Statements

  • Publication Date:2021.
  • Edition:1st

Publication Statements

  • Publisher(s):Routledge
  • Place of Publication:London
  • Language:eng
  • Publication Date:2021.

Notes

<P>1 A Framework for The Best Solution </P><P>1.1 Characteristics of the Managerial Problem-Solving Method </P><P>1.2 Systematic or Creative Approach? </P><P>1.3 Phases of the Managerial Problem-Solving Method </P><P>1.4 MPSM Works Anywhere, Anytime </P><P>1.5 Tailored to Your Problem </P><P>1.6 The Language of Variables </P><P>1.7 Framework </P><P>1.8 Researching and Designing in One </P><P>Summary </P><P>Core Concepts </P><P>2 Untroubled Problems </P><P>2.1 Types of Problems </P><P>2.2 Problem as an Analytical Concept </P><P>2.3 Action Problems </P><P>2.4 Knowledge Problems </P><P>2.5 Linking Action and Knowledge Problems </P><P>Summary </P><P>Core Concepts </P><P>3 A Trouble-Shooter's Log </P><P>3.1 The MPSM in Practice </P><P>4 In Search of the Core Problem </P><P>4.1 Reaching the Core Problem, Step by Step </P><P>4.2 Lining Up the Problems </P><P>4.3 Cause and Effect </P><P>4.4 Choosing the Core Problem </P><P>4.5 Making Problems Quantifiable </P><P>Summary </P><P>Core Concepts </P><P>5 D3: Do, Discover, Decide </P><P>5.1 Three Principles of a Plan of Attack </P><P>5.2 D3 Explained </P><P>5.3 Benefits of a Systematic Approach </P><P>5.4 Walking A Thin Line </P><P>Summary </P><P>Core Concepts </P><P>6 In Search of the Unknown </P><P>6.1 Looking Closely at the Problem </P><P>6.2 Locating the Problem </P><P>6.3 Researching Causes </P><P>6.4 Considering Earlier Solutions </P><P>Summary </P><P>Core Concepts </P><P>7 An Overview of Options </P><P>7.1 Seven Steps to a Possible Solution </P><P>7.2 Defining the Decision </P><P>7.3 Defining the Decision-Making Process </P><P>7.4 Establishing Criteria </P><P>7.5 Scaling Criteria </P><P>7.6 Weighting Criteria </P><P>7.7 Providing Alternative Options or Using Existing Possibilities </P><P>7.8 Evaluating the Attractiveness of Available Options </P><P>Summary </P><P>Core Concepts</P><P>8 The Client's Move </P><P>8.1 Three Reasons for Deviating from an Advisory Report </P><P>8.2 Politically Charged Decisions </P><P>8.3 Considering Other Interests </P><P>8.4 Handling Risks </P><P>Summary </P><P>Core Concepts </P><P>9 A Systematic Approach </P><P>9.1 Two Principles of Implementing a Solution</P><P>9.2 A Brief Description </P><P>9.3 Realising an Idea </P><P>Summary </P><P>Core Concepts </P><P>10 Keep Improving </P><P>10.1 Three Principles of a Structured Evaluation </P><P>10.2 Evaluation as a Balancing Item </P><P>10.3 MPSM: Guiding Along the Path of Evaluation </P><P>10.4 Evaluating Systematically </P><P>Summary </P><P>Core Concepts </P><P>11 In Search of Knowledge </P><P>11.1 Gathering Knowledge Using the Research Cycle </P><P>11.2 Formulating the Research Goal </P><P>11.3 Formulating the Problem Statement </P><P>11.4 Formulating the Research Questions </P><P>11.5 Formulating the Research Design </P><P>11.6 Performing the Operationalisation </P><P>11.7 Performing the Measurements </P><P>11.8 Processing the Data </P><P>11.9 Drawing Conclusions (Reviewing the Problem Statement) </P><P>Summary </P><P>Core Concepts </P><P>Sources </P><P>Illustration Acknowledgements</P><P>Index </P><P>About the Authors </P>

The Physical Object

  • Description:1 online resource.

Edition Identifiers

  • ISBN:9781000406184, 1000406180, 9781000406153, 1000406156, 9781003186038, 1003186033
  • DOI:10.4324/9781003186038
  • oclc:on1255798528
  • LC Classification:BF449
  • Dewey Decimal:658

Subjects

Gestion Management Problem Solving Résolution de problème

Writers

Heerkens, Hans Winden, Arnold van

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