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How Business Works

The Facts Visually Explained
By DK
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How Business Works by DK is a comprehensive guide exploring the ins and outs of how businesses operate. It covers everything from management and marketing to production and finance, providing insights into what makes businesses successful. The book is designed to demystify complex concepts, making them accessible for readers interested in understanding the business world.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in understanding the mechanics of business across various sectors. It offers clear explanations and visual insights, making complex business concepts accessible to both beginners and those looking to refine their knowledge.

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A jargon-free guide to every aspect of business, covering types of companies, finance, marketing, and more.

This brilliant book explains and explores the essential terms and key concepts in the world of business, finance, and company management.

If you're perplexed by profit margins, confused by cash flow, or baffled by balance sheets, all your questions and many more are answered in this indispensable guide. Get to grips with how companies work from management to research and development, and sales and marketing to production and distribution.

Eye-catching visual aids give a helpful representation of each and every aspect of business, while the complex subject matter is broken down into clear definitions and concise explanations, expressed in easy-to-understand language.

Crammed with essential know-how, How Business Works is perfect for anyone looking to boost their business brain or learn the ropes from the ground to the top.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241515655

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 March 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 200.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 1202g

Pages: 352

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