Management consulting remains a popular career choice but undertaking a consulting project for the first time can seem daunting for the student or new professional This book now in its fifth edition aims specifically to guide students through the consultancy process while also giving tips & techniques to the more seasoned practitioner This is delivered from the accumulated knowledge & insight of the authors & contributors who all have been consultants This fifth edition has been thoroughly revised to reflect today's dynamic business environment The impact of new digital technologies on consulting & business in general & the use of evidence gained through studies on consulting are considered It provides a careful balance between theory & practice & is ideal for anyone who is undertaking a consulting project Key features A comprehensive introduction to the best practice in conducting a consulting project Key insights into how best to tackle the challenges that arise Case studies from across a wide range of industries at the end of each chapter & a long case study running throughout the book Help in choosing & developing a career in consultancy Extensive references & further reading to underpin a student's knowledge New to this edition Further links to theories developed in other courses such as strategy & management In the Preface several 'pathways' are provided for the different types of project a student may be required to undertake taking into account their academic level & previous experience Throughout the chapters the key ideas are highlighted to aid the reader in navigating the book New case exercises based on real consulting projects to put tools & techniques into practice including a new long case study on a strategic review for a company Louise Wickham is the Director of Wickham Consulting Services Ltd & a practising consultant specialising in strategy & marketing She has over 30 years business experience both within companies & as a consultant working for a wide range of consumer-facing businesses & the not-for-profit sector Jeremy Wilcock is the Business Engagement Manager at the Business School University of Hull He has 27 years industrial experience with a major multi-national where he worked on numerous internal consultancy projects He has lectured regularly in strategic management & business analysis at undergraduate & postgraduate level & has supervised student consulting projects ...

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