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Originally published in 1987, this book used data from Kisangani, Upper Zaire and North Kivu to demonstrate the emergence of an indigenous bourgeoisie of local capitalists without political position. The text discusses how the spiralling economic crisis in Zaire resulted in a severe decline in the administrative capacity of the state, but also opened up opportunities for social mobility.

Entrepreneurship and Regional Development aims to make a theoretical and practical contribution meeting the need for studies on the impact of clusters on entrepreneurship and societal outcomes. This book aims to answer the following research question: Do clusters matter to entrepreneurship and entrepreneurship outcomes at the societal level?

This new volume of social entrepreneurship case studies, highlights cases from around the globe authored by teachers from around the globe. The selected cases span many industries and geographic contexts; nevertheless, they are connected by a shared ambition: to highlight the power of entrepreneurship to solve social problems.

The concepts of social enterprise and social entrepreneurship are attracting rapidly increasing attention from a wide audience and are perceived as defining innovative and dynamic responses to major global challenges in today's societies. Social Enterprise and the Third Sector presents the more comprehensive set of contributions reflecting the European side of this debate, with frequent connections to evolutions in other parts of the world.

The concepts of social enterprise and social entrepreneurship are attracting rapidly increasing attention from a wide audience and are perceived as defining innovative and dynamic responses to major global challenges in today's societies. Social Enterprise and the Third Sector presents the more comprehensive set of contributions reflecting the European side of this debate, with frequent connections to evolutions in other parts of the world.

Reorients discussions about school reform by moving away from "whole school” solutions to customized services and products. While the best-known entrepreneurial efforts have sought to fix problems at a school wide level, this volume looks at "how providers might use new tools to deliver or customize services that do not conform to conventional [school] policies or structures.” It surveys the current landscape of customised entrepreneurial activity in education, looks closely at particular customized innovations by schools and education entrepreneurs, and addresses persistent concerns that arise in connection with customized reforms.

Presents an analysis of African American entrepreneurship in Cleveland, Ohio, from the early 1800s onwards. This book documents life histories of business owners, compares African American male and female business owners, and offers insights into why some businesses succeed and others fail.

Wesentlich erweitert, aktualisiert und überarbeitet, unter Beachtung des bewährten geschlossenen, anwendungsorientierten Gesamtkonzeptes, präsentiert sich das Finanzmanagement in seiner 4. Auflage. Dieses Lehr- und Praxisbuch für Investition, Finanzierung und Finanzcontrolling erläutert die Beteiligungs-, Kredit- und Innenfinanzierung,  behandelt die verschiedenen alternativen Finanzierungsformen wie Factoring, Leasing, Mezzanine Finanzierung, Privat Equity und Projektfinanzierung. Das Kapitel Finanzcontrolling befasst sich mit der Finanzplanung, der Kapitalflussrechnung, der Finanzanalyse, dem Risikocontrolling und sowie der Balanced Scorecard. Eine umfangreiche Fallstudie zur Bilanz und GuV rundet das Kapitel ab. Das neu aufgenommene Kapitel Investition führt detailliert über den Investitionsanlass und den Investitionsplanungsprozess zu den verschiedenen Investitionsrechenverfahren. Zum Inhalt dieses Buches gehören weiterhin die Darstelllung der verschiedenen derivativen Finanzierungsinstrumente und eine Einführung in die finanzwirtschaftliche Forschung. Viele Beispiele, Abbildungen und Übersichten verdeutlichen den starken Praxisbezug.

The Economics of Urban Diversity explores ethnic and religious minorities in urban economies.

An intriguing insight into the conception and first steps of the Macmillan New Writing imprint.

Entrepreneurship is the capability to be an entrepreneur. This title presents a wide angle definition of entrepreneurship. It develops the idea of entrepreneurship from both theoretical approaches (philosophical, praxiological, psychological, economical, and sociological), religious and practical or applied perspectives.

A comprehensive guide to financial planning and venture fundraising for tech entrepreneurs As technology progresses, impacting our daily lives in more and greater ways, technology start-ups come and go at a dizzying pace.

Cross-sector partnerships are widely hailed as a critical means for addressing a wide array of social challenges such as climate change, poverty, education and health. Amid all the positive rhetoric of cross-sector partnerships though, critical voices point to the limited success of various initiatives in delivering genuine social change and in providing for real citizen participation. This collection, aided by contributions from leading academics, critically examines the motivations for, processes within and expected and actual outcomes of cross-sector partnerships.

Are you a business person with Asperger Syndrome considering a new career path by going it alone, or a young graduate on the spectrum with a great business idea? This is a comprehensive guide to using Asperger skills to set up your own business and offers practical advice on the aspects of entrepreneurship that Asperger leaders may find difficult.

Pioneering observers of the urban landscape Bernard Frieden and Lynne Sagalyn delve into the inner workings of the exciting new public entrepreneurship and public-private partnerships that have revitalized the downtowns of such cities as Boston, San Diego, Seattle, St. Paul, and Pasadena.

This comparative study details the career histories and visions of each of the men, exploring their individual business methods, the innovations for which they were responsible, and their impacts on the industry.

The tools and insight entrepreneurs need to defy the odds and build a profitable tech startup

This book is an anthology of fifty essays and speeches by legendary entrepreneurs. Barry Diller, Richard Branson, and Michael Dell are among the successful entrepreneurs who share their best advice and strategies between the pages of this book.

It doesn't matter how old you are or where you're from; you can start a profitable business. The Young Entrepreneur's Guide to Starting and Running a Business will show you how.Through stories of young entrepreneurs who have started businesses, this book illustrates how to turn hobbies, skills, and interests into profit-making ventures. Mariotti describes the characteristics of the successful entrepreneur and covers the nuts and bolts of getting a business up, running and successful.

A study of the key questions regarding entrepreneurship and sustainability in terms of motivation, government intervention and ethics. It examines how "Green Logic" works, how it differs from other logics and how green thinking can create environmentally responsible businesses.

How to tap the real source of entrepreneurial power in you and in your organization The UnStoppables is based on foreword author Graham Weston's experience growing Rackspace, as well as fascinating case studies from such organizations as the Navy SEALs and Israeli Special Forces.

An accessible guide to handling the unforeseeable consequences of becoming an entrepreneur in today and tomorrow's economy The spirit of an entrepreneur is often characterized as one of unbridled passion and a sense of fearlessness.