TY - BOOK AU - Longenecker,Justin G. AU - Moore,Carlos W. AU - Petty,J.William TI - Small business management : an entrepreneurial emphasis SN - 9780538890151 U1 - 658.022 PY - 2000/// CY - Cincinnati PB - South-Western College Pub. KW - Small business N1 - Includes Index; Entrepreneurial opportunities -- Entrepreneurship in the new millenium -- Family business opportunities -- Franchising opportunities -- Startup and buyout opportunities -- Competitive advantage in the marketplace -- Developing the new venture business plan --The role of the business plan -- Developing the marketing plan -- Selecting the management team and form of organization -- Selecting a location and planning the facilities -- Accounting statements and financial requirements -- Finding sources of financing -- Small business marketing -- Customer loyalty and product strategy -- Pricing and credit strategies -- Promotional strategy -- Distribution channels and global markets -- Managing small business operations -- Social and ethical issues -- Professional management in the growing firm -- Managing human resources -- Quality management and the operations process -- Managing computer-based technology -- Financial management in the entrepreneurial firm -- Evaluating financial performance -- Managing the firm's assets -- Risk and insurance -- Exit strategies and beyond N2 - [In this book] you'll find practical concepts, realistic insights, and the proven resources you need to successfully manage and lead a small business. Learn how to maintain a competitive advantage without sacrificing a sense of integrity as you follow your entrepreneurial dreams. [This book provides] examples and practical applications facing small business owners and entrepreneurs today UR - http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1513/99029259-b.html UR - http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1513/99029259-d.html ER -