ISBN: 0135039444 Binding: Paperback Edition: 1st Author(s): Mary Wisnom, Lisa L. Capozio Publisher: Prentice Hall Number of Pages: 264
SPA MANAGEMENT: AN INTRODUCTION provides a contemporary look at the spa industry and the unique aspects of spa operations and management Complete with photos tables and figures it addresses spa industry basics how to establish a spa business operations and management business skills and knowledge and future trends in the industry Each chapter includes a realistic view of operations and is accompanied by creative exercises and assignments An appendix of industry resources and robust online resources help readers understand what it takes to manage a spa and succeed in this evolving industry
Food Supply Chain Management: issues for the hospitality and retail sectors
ISBN: 0750647620 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): N/A Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Number of Pages: 360
The key to the success of a company is their ability to co-ordinate the key supply chain ie their key suppliers and suppliers of suppliers 'Food and Drink Supply Chain Management' looks specifically at the supply chain in the food and drink industry to provide readers with an understanding of the areas as it is now and its growing importance and where it is going in the future
'Food and Drink Supply Chain Management' is the first to take an in-depth view into the supply chain function in the hospitality and food retail sectors Authored by a range of expert contributors the text looks at issues such as:
New food processes and GM foods Volume catering and JIT (Just In Time) and Food Safety Relationships between companies and with stakeholders and responsibilities to these groups The internationalisation of the food chain The future of the food and drink supply chain and its management
Examples and case studies from large international retail and hospitality organizations are used such as: Bass Stakis (Hilton) and Tesco amongst others to illustrate good and bad practice
First text to look specifically at supply chain management in this industry International industry case studies from Bass Stakis (Hilton) and Tesco Contributions by experts from industry and academia
Financial Management for Hospitality Decision Makers (Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism)
ISBN: 075065659X Binding: Paperback Edition: 1st Author(s): Chris Guilding Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Number of Pages: 238
Financial Management for Hospitality Decision Makers is written specifically for those 'decision makers' in the industry who need to be able to decipher accountant 'speak' and reports in order to use this information to its best advantage and achieve maximum profits
The area of accounting and finance is a vital but often inaccessible part of the hospitality business However having the knowledge and the ability to use it properly makes all the difference to the turnover and success of a business Financial Management for Hospitality Decision Makers is written specifically for those industry executives who need to be able to decipher appreciate and utilise valuable financial management tools and techniques in order to realise maximum profits
Highly practical in its scope and approach this book:
Outlines the procedure and purpose behind various financial activities - including budgeting year-end financial statement analysis double-entry accounting managing and analysing costs working capital management and investment decision making Demonstrates how an appropriate analysis of financial reports can drive your business strategy forward from a well-informed base Clearly highlights the key financial issues you need to consider in a host of decision making situations Includes a range of problems to help readers appraise their understanding of concepts - with solutions provided for lecturers at http:textbookselseviercom
At all times the book rigorously applies itself to the specific needs of the hospitality decision-maker contextualising and explaining financial decision making and control in this light
Combining a user-friendly structure with frequent international cases worked examples and sample reports to illuminate the theory Financial Management for Hospitality Decision Makers is ideal for all students of hospitality as well as being a vital source of information for practitioners already in the industry
Practical guide to applying financial management strategies in hospitality decision making International examples and case studies to put the theory into practice Demonstrates how relevant management accounting information is to decision making and control in today's dynamic business environment
ISBN: 0135148413 Binding: Paperback Edition: 1 Author(s): David K. Hayes, Jack D. Ninemeier Publisher: Prentice Hall Number of Pages: 624
Taking a value-oriented approach Procurement of Hospitality Resources emphasizes how buyers must maintain a mutually beneficial relationship with their suppliersrather than taking a strict winlose pricing strategy Offering a global vision it includes specialty foods such as organic Kosher and Halal foods and devotes entire chapters to evaluation international purchasing and procurement for hotels Students are directed to additional on-line resources through in-text features and mini case projects provide ample opportunity to apply concepts in individual and group settings
Managing the Built Environment in Hospitality Facilities
ISBN: 0135135745 Binding: Paperback Edition: 1 Author(s): Dina Zemke, Thomas Jones Publisher: Prentice Hall Number of Pages: 368
Managing The Built Environment In Hospitality Facilities will provide the foundation by which a new hospitality industry manager can make good decisions on operating and investing in this most important of assets This book provides basic knowledge of the role facilities play in the hospitality industry how building systems work and how buildings are put together Unlike competing books it uses an accessible and conversational tone to describe key vocabulary and basic facility management principles Legal and environmental concerns are addressed throughout as the book helps students learn how to ask the right questions and take steps to control costs that contribute to the facilitys bottom line Most importantly the student will be able to ask the right questions (using the correct technical terms) and take the right steps to control costs and contribute to the bottom line of any facilities-intensive business
ISBN: 0866122958 Binding: Paperback Edition: 4 Author(s): Raphael R. Kavanaugh, Jack D. Ninemeier Publisher: Amer Hotel & Motel Assn Number of Pages: 403
ISBN: 0135148421 Binding: Paperback Edition: 1 Author(s): David K. Hayes, Jack D. Ninemeier Publisher: Prentice Hall Number of Pages: 408
With a focus on foodservice operations this book outlines a ten-step purchasing process and includes product specifications for meats produce non-food items and more Unique coverage is given to makebuy analysis payment processing and purchasing evaluations A separate chapter is devoted to purchasing technology and services Complete with two integrated Buyers Guides the book outlines how to manage the purchasing process and identify quality products you want to buy
Tourism, Security and Safety: From Theory to Practice (The Management of Hospitality and Tourism Enterprises)
ISBN: 0750678984 Binding: Hardcover Edition: Author(s): Yoel Mansfeld, Abraham Pizam Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Number of Pages: 376
The topic of safety and security in the tourism industry is of vital importance globally In recent years and mainly after the 911 event both academics and practitioners have started to look into crisis management issues seeking workable solutions in order to mitigate the negative impacts of safety and security incidences on the tourism industry and affected destinations Tourism Safety and Security: a multi dimensional analysis brings together the writings of international leading academics and practitioners in this field to discuss prevention measures and crisis management options in incidences of tourism safety and security The layout and content of the book are aimed at analyzing different types of safety and security problems as well as finding managerial strategies and tactics to address them
Divided into four sections this book looks at: Tourism and security issues: including the impact of terror in the hotel market in Israel Tourism and crime issues: including premises liability drug trafficking theft and street robbery Tourism and safety Issues: including the impact of SARS in Asia and Foot and Mouth Disease in the UK Tourism crisis management issues: including the 911 crisis public relations and the aftermath of the Bali bombings
Each chapter has a user friendly structure including study objectives concept definitions and review questions
Global view on the relationship between tourism and safety& security issues The only book that addresses the subject matter from a multi dimensional perspective incorporating the disciplines of hospitality tourism geography management sociology psychology criminology etc Chapters that cover various aspects and methodologies such as theoretical empirical and case studies
Tourism Management, Fourth Edition: An Introduction
ISBN: 0080969321 Binding: Paperback Edition: 4 Author(s): Stephen J. Page Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Number of Pages: 394
One of the leading texts in the field Tourism Management is the ideal introduction to the fundamentals of tourism as you study for a degree diploma or single module in the subject It is written in an engaging style that assumes no prior knowledge of tourism and builds up your understanding as you progress through this wide ranging global review of the principles of managing tourism It traces the evolution and future development of tourism and the challenges facing tourism managers in this fast growing sector of the world economy This book is highly illustrated with diagrams and colour images and contains short case studies of contemporary themes of interest as well as new data and statistics
This fourth edition includes new material focused on: Pro poor tourism and poverty The importance of Brazil Russia India and China (BRIC) Markets The growing significance of low cost travel by air and on land Tourism and sustainability which runs throughout the book as a major theme highlighting the challenge of climate change and future tourism growth The growing significance of social media and Web 20 in tourism
