Download or read book Principles of Management for the Hospitality Industry written by Dana V Tesone and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-05-23 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is vital for hospitality management students to understand key management concepts as part of the complex and intimate nature of the services industry. Principles of Management for the Hospitality Industry is designed specifically for hospitality students who need to be able to use management tools and techniques to become successful hospitality managers. By placing you at the heart of an imaginary workplace this book offers the opportunity to work through all of the items of discussion for each topic. The chapter begins with a scenario to prompt an exploration of a given topic, and concludes with the outcome of this scenario to reinforce the lessons learnt throughout the chapter. Highly practical in approach, this is an up-to-date and skilful integration of all core areas of management. It is packed with tools and techniques to aid learning and understanding: improve your professional management vocabulary with definitions in each chapter, and a complete glossary of terms visualize key concepts with over one hundred explanatory diagrams gain confidence by testing your understanding on the accompanying website practical applications of theory are illustrated in international case studies throughout the book discussion questions prompt an exploration of key concepts.
Download or read book Economic Principles for the Hospitality Industry written by Ricardo C.S. Siu and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-06-27 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Economic Principles for the Hospitality Industry is the ideal introduction to the fundamentals of economics in this dynamic and highly competitive sector. Applying economic theory to a range of diverse and global hospitality industry settings, this book gives the theory real-world context. Looking at critical issues around sustainable economic development in the hospitality industry such as diversification, technology, determinants of demand, and pricing, it enables students to effectively conduct business analyses, evaluate business performance and conduct effective improvements over time. Written in an engaging style, this book assumes no prior knowledge of economics and contains a range of features, including international case studies and discussion questions, to aid beginners in the subject. This will be an essential introductory yet comprehensive resource on economics for all hospitality students.
Download or read book Principles Of Hotel Management written by V. Prakesh Kainthola and published by . This book was released on 2006-01-01 with total page 397 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many an aspect need be taken into account for managing a hotel. In every Industry, particularly in hotel industry, consumer satisfaction is the foremost and decisive factor in its success. The people at the helm of affairs in hotel industry should know the multi-dimensional elements of the business. The staff of the hotel must be thoroughly aware of the food culture and the related aspects of a particular item. All the relevant things need be done from the management side for the traveler to feel at home in their hotel. Because the visitors, especially the foreigners, are the ambassadors of different cultures and civilizations. They spread and assimilate various cultures and lifestyles across the globe. Hence, the degree of hospitality should always be kept at the level of global standards.
Download or read book Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry 2nd Ed written by Willy Legrand and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-02-11 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sustainability is one of the single most important global issues facing the world. A clear understanding of the issues surrounding climate change, global warming, air and water pollution, ozone depletion, deforestation, the loss of biodiversity and global poverty is essential for every future manager in the hospitality industry. Present and future hospitality executives need to know how sustainable management systems can be integrated into their businesses while maintaining and hopefully improving the bottom line. Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry, second edition, is the only book available to introduce the students to economic, environmental and social sustainable issues specifically facing the industry as well as exploring ideas, solutions, and strategies of how to manage operations in a sustainable way. Since the first edition of this book there have been many important developments in this field and this second edition has been updated in the following ways: updated content to reflect recent issues and trends including hotel energy solutions and green hotel design two new chapters on 'Sustainable Food' and 'Social Entrepreneurship and Social Value' updated international case studies throughout to explore key issues and show real life operational responses to sustainability within the hospitality industry. New case studies on growth hotel development markets, Asia and the Middle East new practical exercises throughout to apply your knowledge to real-life sustainability scenarios. This accessible and comprehensive account of Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry is essential reading for all students and future managers.
Download or read book Principles of Hotel Management written by and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: - Basics of Management - Fundamentals - Salient Features of Management - Significant Principles - Focus of Management - Hotel Organization - Management Dimensions.
Download or read book Hotel Management written by Lucius Messenger Boomer and published by . This book was released on 1925 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Hotel Asset Management written by Greg Denton and published by Educational Institute. This book was released on 2013-03-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Principles of Hospitality Management written by Felix Otieno and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2013-12-16 with total page 9 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2012 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: B, University of California, Berkeley , language: English, abstract: Hyatt Hotels Corporation is one of the largest hotel chains in the world. Founded in 1957, the organization operates approximately 492 properties across the world. The recent allegations of unjust employment practices have severely affected the reputation of the organization. This small research paper aims to identify various allegations against the Hotel by reviewing wide-range of literature present on internet and focuses on finding out various issues and factors that affect the Labour Relations Board’s practices and standards. This research paper also summarizes the findings using critical path thinking strategy to recommend strategies that adhere to an optimum level of practices of the Hospitality Industry. Allegations of Unjust Practices against Hyatt Hyatt Hotels Corporation has been facing numerous of allegations regarding unjust employment practices followed by the top management of the organization. The major allegation against Hyatt was that the organization has been implementing offensive and abhorrent policies towards its employees, who are working as housekeepers (Liu, 2012). Hyatt Hotels has been really exploiting housekeepers with crushing huge workloads making them to clean almost 30 rooms in 8-hour shift. These crushing workloads have been leaving housekeepers to suffer from severe pain and hardship. Thus, housekeepers of Hyatt have alleged that the unethical and unjust labor practices followed by the organization have been severely impacting their well-being and human rights and dignity (Liu, 2012).
Download or read book Hotel Asset Management written by Rich Musgrove and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 586 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Hotel Management written by Lucius Messenger Boomer and published by . This book was released on 1931 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Professional Hotel Management written by J M S Negi and published by S. Chand Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 957 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book, an essential text for hospitality management students, examines the relevance and applications of general management theory and principles to hospitality organizations. Using contemporary material and case studies, the book indicates ways in which performance may be improved through better use of human resources. Rigorous academic theory is related to hospitality practice, based on the authors' great knowledge of the hospitality industry. The text takes a vocational basis and the illustration of the theory with the real-life examples of hospitality management in action provides a solid and stimulating introduction to the subject.
Download or read book Revenue Management for the Hospitality Industry written by David K. Hayes and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-11-09 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: REVENUE MANAGEMENT FOR THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY Explore intermediate and advanced topics in the field of revenue management with this up-to-date guide In the newly revised second edition of Revenue Management for the Hospitality Industry, an accomplished team of industry professionals delivers a comprehensive and insightful review of hospitality pricing and revenue optimization strategies. The book offers realistic industry examples from hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality industry segments that use differential pricing as a major revenue management tool. The authors discuss concepts critical to the achievement of hospitality professionals’ revenue management goals and include new examinations of the growing importance of effective data collection and management. A running case study helps students learn how to incorporate the revenue management principles and strategies included in the book’s 14 chapters. Written for students with some prior knowledge and understanding of the hospitality industry, the new edition also includes: A brand-new chapter on data analysis and revenue management that addresses many of the most important data and technology-related developments in the field, including the management of big data, data safety, and data security In-depth discussions of revenue management topics including Net Revenue Per Available Room, Direct Revenue Ratio, and other KPIs Major changes to the book’s instructor support materials and an expansion of the instructor’s test bank items and student exercises. An indispensable resource for students taking courses in hospitality management or business administration, Revenue Management for the Hospitality Industry, Second Edition is also ideal for managers and executives in the hospitality industry.
Download or read book Social Entrepreneurship in Hospitality written by Willy Legrand and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-11-15 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This innovative book is the first to explore social entrepreneurship in the field of hospitality, introducing students to the principles of social entrepreneurship motivation, finance, sustainability, issues and challenges, and how these can be successfully implemented in a range of hospitality settings. The hospitality industry offers a particularly fruitful framework for social entrepreneurs, partly due to the low barriers of entry and opportunities to enhance social and environmental wealth. A variety of international case studies are integrated throughout to showcase the challenges and successes of social entrepreneurship in the hospitality industry in a wide range of settings. Discussion questions, further reading suggestions and exercises at the end of each chapter help the student to explore these concepts further. Insights into the industry’s role during and potentially beyond the COVID-19 crisis are offered in the concluding chapter. The is a timely addition to the literature, written by a team of highly regarded professionals and academics, and will be essential reading for all current and future entrepreneurs in the field of Hospitality Management.
Download or read book Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry written by Philip Sloan and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revealing and refreshing ideas for the neglected area of sustainability in hospitality management, this title presents viable strategies for saving energy and promoting a positive image for hotel managers, restaurant managers and other hospitality providers.
Download or read book Principles of Hotel Front Office Operations written by Sue Baker and published by Cengage Learning Business Press. This book was released on 2001-11-27 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This student-centred guide to front office operations in the hotel industry employs a user-friendly approach to encourage self-access and enable students to progress at their own pace independently of the lecturer. Activities are provided throughout to help students move from an understanding of the basic principleds to thinking like a front office person. The chapters follow a typical guest from check-in to check-out, with small detours to other areas and departments. Each chapter includes an end-of-chapter summary, review and discussion questions. there is a detailed glossary of useful terms. The book is suitable for those taking Hotel, Catering and Institutional Operations/Management examinations and undergraduates on hotel and catering management courses. This student-centred guide to front office operations in the hotel industry employs a user-friendly approach to encourage self-access and enable students to progress at their own pace independently of the lecturer. Activities are provided throughout to help students move from an understanding of the basic principleds to thinking like a front office person. The chapters follow a typical guest from check-in to check-out, with small detours to other areas and departments. Each chapter includes an end-of-chapter summary, review and discussion questions. there is a detailed glossary of useful terms. The book is suitable for those taking Hotel, Catering and Institutional Operations/Management examinations and undergraduates on hotel and catering management courses.
Download or read book Hospitality Marketing written by David Bowie and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2004 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book takes a unique approach to outlining marketing processes in the hospitality industry. It discusses the eight elements of the marketing mix with direct reference to the specifics of the hospitality industry, and approaches the whole process in three stages : before, during, and after. (Midwest).
Download or read book Principles of Hospitality Law written by Michael John Boella and published by Burns & Oates. This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides comprehensive coverage of the law relating to most types of business operating in the field of hospitality. This new edition has been extensively revised and updated, and contains a new chapter on international legal issues. The book incorporates recent changes, particularly to employment law, resulting from statute and case law, and refers to the changes about to be made to the Courts system. There are appendices containing questions, case studies and answers, and the book includes a comprehensive, easy-to-use index. An ideal text for all students planning careers in Hospitality Management. It is aimed at students progressing to NVQ level 4 courses, Bachelor's and Masters's degrees, and the HCIMA's professional qualifying examinations.
