Management Consultancy

Second Edition

Joe O'Mahoney and Calvert Markham

• This text uses management consultancy theory as a basis for critical discussion, enabling students to fully understand the theories and their limitations, and relate them to the consulting industry in practice.
• The book offers real-world practical guidance on the necessary skills required by management consultants, as well as advice on entering the industry and succeeding in this demanding role.
  

New to this Edition:

• New real-world case studies in every chapter ensure the theory behind management consultancy is fully supported by relevant practical examples.
• Practitioner insights throughout the text provide essential advice from key figures in leading organizations.
• The text has been fully revised and updated throughout, to reflect new trends emerging from the impact of the recession; the decline in government spending and the increased importance of sustainable and environmental consultancy.
• A new chapter on consultancy skills covers personal effectiveness, working in teams, project management, and communication. These themes are illustrated by real-world examples, which highlight the importance of such skills in the work-place.
• Existing chapters have been updated to include more discussion of SME consultancies and freelance work.