For help preparing for, and support during your MBA course, The Essential MBA brings together a comprehensive overview of the main subjects taught on MBA and business and management programmes in one book.

Each chapter is written by a specialized contributor and offers students a helpful introduction to each topic of study, including:

Sections on research methods and study skills

Further reading recommendations and questions for reflection

A critical perspective of the subject matter and reviews of alternative approaches.

This text is an invaluable guide for MBA students, as well a useful introduction for undergraduate and postgraduate students of business and management.

Susan Miller is Professor of Organisational Behaviour at Hull University Business School