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An Introduction to Work and Organizational Psychology by Nik Chmiel (Editor); Franco Fraccaroli (Editor); Magnus Sverke (Editor)
ISBN: 9781119168027
Publication Date: 2017
Want to look at work and the workplace from a more academic perspective? The latest edition of this classic text provides a comprehensive and internationally relevant introduction to workplace psychology. It includes an introduction to oganizational psychology for undergraduate and graduate students with no prior knowledge of the field.
Hidden Inequalities in the Workplace by Valerie Caven (Editor); Stefanos Nachmias (Editor)
Call Number: Springer e-book
ISBN: 9783319596853
Publication Date: 2018
The book presents a critical framework for assessing whether organisational practice and function reinforces unseen potential differences amongst individuals in the workplace.
From Green Industries to Green Jobs by Miranda H. Ferrara & Michele P. LaMeau
Call Number: e-book
ISBN: 9781414496238
Publication Date: 2012
Presents occupational profiles, alongside overviews of the green job that cover such details as, what job it is most similar to, what skills are required to perform the job, and what a typical day in the life of that job is like
From Student to Professor by Carol A. Mullen
Call Number: e-book
ISBN: 9781610489034
Publication Date: 2012
Skills for Green Jobs by Olga Strietska-Ilina; International Labour Office Staff; Mercedes Durán Haro; Christine Hofmann; Shinyoung Jeon
Call Number: e-book
ISBN: 9789221250913
Publication Date: 2012
How to Succeed as a Scientist by Barbara J. Gabrys; Jane A. Langdale
Call Number: e-book
ISBN: 9780521765862
Publication Date: 2011
"This unique, practical guide for postdoctoral researchers and graduate students explains how to build and perfect the necessary research tools and working skills to build a career in academia and beyond. It is based on successful training workshops run by the authors: first, it describes the tools needed for independent research, from writing papers to applying for academic jobs..."
Understanding Emotional Intelligence by Frances Kay; Neilson Kite
Call Number: ProQuest ebook
ISBN: 9780749458805
Publication Date: 2011
Used to its full advantage, emotional intelligence can improve relationships with vital business contacts to achieve your desired outcomes, help you perform better at interview and job applications and improve your decision making on a day to day basis. Understanding Emotional Intelligence will show you how to negotiate more effectively, develop leadership skills, develop an emotionally aware organisation, use EQ as a management strategy, manage relationships with colleagues and develop your self-confidence.
The Escape Artists by Josh Piven
Call Number: Geisel 6th Fl. HF 5384 P575
ISBN: 9780071479264
Publication Date: 2007

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