"Concepts of Database Management" fits perfectly into any introductory database course for information systems, business or CIS programs. This concise text teaches SQL in a database-neutral environment with all major topics being covered, including E-R diagrams, normalization, and database design.

    "Database Management Concepts, 7/e, International Edition" prepares students for success in their field using real world cases addressing current issues such as database design, data integrity, concurrent updates, and data security. Special features include detailed coverage of the relational model (including QBE and SQL), normalization and views, database design, database administration and management, and more. Advanced topics covered include distributed databases, data warehouses, stored procedures, triggers, data macros, and Web databases.

Chapter 1 Introduction to Databaase Management
Chapter 2 The Relational Model 1 : Introduction, QBE, and Relational Algebra
Chapter 3 The Relational Model 2 : SQL
Chapter 4 The Relational Model 3 : Advanced Topics
Chapter 5 Database Design 1 : Normalization
Chapter 6 Database Design 2 : Design Method
Chapter 7 DBMS Functions
Chapter 8 Database Administration
Chapter 9 Database Management Approaches

- Appendix A - F
- Glossary
- Index