The following business concepts have become more crucial to the success of a business over time and, therefore, are given extra attention in this new edition:

- E-commerce
- E-marketing
- Conflicts of interest between managers and subordinates and strategies to resolve those conflicts
- Entrepreneurship
- Supply chain management
- The merging of Internet business with traditional business
- The euro

    This edition provides comprehensive treatment of key business topics while also addressing exciting, current topics. Every effort has been made to create a balance by providing enough coverage of important concepts without overburdening you with information that is covered in subsequent business courses.

Part I Business Environment
Part II Starting a New Business
Part III Management
Part IV Managing Employees
Part V Marketing
Part VI Financial Management