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M. Alam, Institute of Economic Growth, Delhi, India

Paying Out-of-Pocket for Drugs, Diagnostics and Medical ServicesA Study of Households in Three Indian States

In India there is a high incidence of morbidity and malnutrition coupled with low standards of public health and expensive medical care. Despite several policy initiatives and many attempts to promote a healthy society, health remains an is-sue of concern. Policy-makers recognise that the country suffers unacceptably high levels of disease and premature death.

Features 7 Examines the out-of-pocket (OOP) health payments in connection with the related issues of poverty and inequality 7 Correlates catastrophic health payments and the socio-economic condi-tions faced by low-income households 7 Focuses on health inequalities and the extent of untreated ailments due to costly healthcare

Contents Chapter 1: Introduction.- Chapter 2: Population Size and Composition of Sample Households.- Chapter 3: Socio-economic Variations, Consump-tion Poverty and Health Generated Inequalities in Sample Population.- Chapter 4: Self-reported Ailments and Hospitalization: Differentials in Uti-lization of Health Care.- Chapter 5: Catastrophic Spending on Health by sample Households: Some Results.- Chapter 6: Decomposing Out-of-Pocket Health Spending: Share of Drugs, Medical Services and Other components.- Chapter 7: Utilization of Public Health Facilities: A Situational Assess-ment.- Chapter 8: Broad Conclusions and Policy Directions.

Fields of interestHealth Economics; Public Health; Social Struc-ture, Social Inequality

Target groupsResearch

Discount groupProfessional Non-Medical

Due June 2013

2013. XX, 184 p. 38 illus., 36 in color. (India Studies in Business and Economics) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-81-322-1280-5

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A. Arcuri, Confindustria Firenze, Florence, Italy

The Rise of a New SuperpowerTurkey’s Key Role in the World Economy and Energy Market

The book explains the reasons for the recent economic success of Turkey by examining the transformation of the private sector and the development policies implemented by the Turk-ish government. Further concrete insights are provided by professionals working for institutional and business players such as SACE, the first Italian insurance group in the field of export credit, and ABIGEM, a business center supporting SMEs in Turkey. Turkish Airlines, winner of the Best Air-line in Europe award in 2012, also contributed to the volume through useful information provided by its press office. Turkey’s strategic role in the energy market is then analyzed, with discussion of the limits and opportunities of the oil, gas, and renewable sectors. In addition, careful attention is paid to the difficult relations between Turkey and the European Union and to Turkey’s application for EU membership.

Features 7 Explains the key factors in Turkey’s economic expansion, with special focus on its business system 7 Reveals the interests and strategies of the principal international players in the field of energy 7 Includes case histories reflecting strong and weak points of the Turkish industrial sys-tem 7 Highlights the main difficulties and future possibilities in Turkish–EU relations

Contents 1 Introduction.- 2 Economic Scenario.- 3 Energy Market.- 4 Relations with Europe.

Fields of interestInternational Economics; Emerging Markets/Globalization; Energy Policy, Economics and Management



Due June 2013

2013. VI, 57 p. 6 illus. (SpringerBriefs in Economics) Softcover7 approx. $69.95ISBN 978-3-319-00430-3

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J. Bendul

Performance-oriented Integration of Combined Transport into Supply Chain ConceptsSimulation-based Potential Analysis and Practical Guidance

The book focuses on the context of social and po-litical keitsdiskussion sustainability and the grow-ing difficulties in road freight with the question of how rail services can be practically integrated into the value network of industrial and commercial enterprises. The integration of the material and information flows to the large number of legally independent actors is the focus.

Feature 7 Simulation-based Potential Analysis and Prac-tical Guidance

Contents Integration of Combined Transport into Sypply Chain Concepts from a Performance Perspective: Need for Action.- Problem Concretisation: SCP Orientation Encourages the Integration of CT into SC Concepts.- CT as an Element of SC Concepts.- Conceptual Research Framework of Performance-oriented CT Integration into SC Concepts.-Per-formance-oriented Integration of Combined Line Transport into a Lean SC: A Simulation Study.- Implications for Science and Practice.

Field of interestProduction/Logistics/Supply Chain Management



Due May 2013

2013. Approx. 350 p. (Supply Chain Management) Softcover7 approx. $89.95ISBN 978-3-8349-3957-9

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F. E. Benth, University of Oslo, Norway; V. A. Kholodnyi, Verbund Trading, Vienna, Austria; P. Laurence, University of Rome, La Sapienza, Italy (Eds)

Quantitative Energy FinanceModeling, Pricing, and Hedging in Energy and Commodity Markets

Finance and energy markets have been an active scientific field for some time, even though the development and applications of sophisticated quantitative methods in these areas are relatively new—and referred to in a broader context as energy finance.

Features 7 First comprehensive collection of current research in the new emerging field of quantitative energy finance 7 Offers a sophisticated theoreti-cal approach to problems of interest in energy risk management 7 Blends mathematical techniques with new developments in energy finance

Contents A review of optimal investment rules in electricity generation.- A Survey of Commodity Markets and Structural Models for Electricity Prices.- Fourier based valuation methods in mathematical fi-nance.- Mathematics of Swing Options: A Survey.- Inference for Markov-regime switching models of electricity spot prices.- Modelling electricity day–ahead prices by multivariate Lévy semistationary processes.- Modelling Power Forward Prices.- An analysis of the main determinants of electricity forward prices and forward risk premia.- A Dy-namic Lévy Copula Model for the Spark Spread.- Constrained density estimation.- Electricity Options and Additional Information.

Fields of interestFinance/Investment/Banking; Quantitative Finance; Statistics for Business/Economics/Math-ematical Finance/Insurance



Due June 2013

2013. X, 290 p. 80 illus., 50 in color. Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4614-7247-6

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Ö. B. Bodvarsson, St. Cloud State University, MN, USA; H. Van den Berg, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE, USA

The Economics of ImmigrationTheory and Policy

The Economics of Immigration is written as a both a reference for researchers and as a textbook on the economics of immigration. It is aimed at two audiences: (1) researchers who are interested in learning more about how economists approach the study of human migration flows; and (2) graduate students taking a course on migration or a labor economics course where immigration is one of the subfields studied. The book covers the economic theory of immigration, which explains why people move across borders and details the consequences of such movements for the source and destination economies. The book also describes immigration policy, providing both a history of immigration policy in a variety of countries and using the economic theory of immigration to explain the determinants and consequences of the poli-cies. The timing of this book coincides with the emergence of immigration as a major political and economic issue in the USA, Japan Europe and many developing countries.

Features 7 A comprehensive discussion of the social and economic costs and benefits of legalized gam-bling 7 The first comprehensive discussion of these issues available on the market 7 As casino gambling spreads throughout the world this book examines the issues

Fields of interestEconomic Theory; Population Economics; Labor Economics



Due May 2013

2nd ed. 2013. XV, 478 p. 51 illus., 6 in color. Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-1-4614-2115-3

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S. Boubaker, Champagne School of Management, Troyes, France; B. D. Nguyen, Cambridge University, United Kingdom; D. K. Nguyen, ISC Paris School of Management, France (Eds)

Corporate GovernanceRecent Developments and New Trends

The current crisis has rocked the financial system worldwide and has cast doubt on the effective-ness of the existing regulatory regime. Thousands of firms have gone bankrupt and many financial institutions were bailed out by governments. The effects of the crisis have shaken emerging and developing markets alike and have not spared neither small nor large businesses. Many scholars and practitioners attribute the roots of the crisis to failures and weaknesses in the way corporate governance has been practiced since the mid-1990s. Lax board oversight of top management, short-termism and self-interested behavior have been fingered as the culprits behind recent finan-cial turmoil.

Features 7 An updated overview of corporate governance (codes and practices) around the world and its recent evolution 7 The findings of a substantial amount of academic and professional research into the impacts of the global financial crisis on corporate governance 7 Insightful discussions of various issues regarding the future of corporate governance

Contents Part I: Corporate Ownership Structure and Cor-porate Governance.- Part II: Issues in Executive Compensation.- Part III: Boards of Directors: Roles, duties, and Responsibilities.- Part IV: New Trends in Corporate Governance: Towards a More Effective and Sustainable Governance.

Fields of interestHuman Resource Management; Organization/Planning; Business Strategy/Leadership



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2012. XXIV, 432 p. 25 illus. Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-31578-7

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K. Chatterjee, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, USA; W. Samuelson, Boston University, MA, USA (Eds)

Game Theory and Business ApplicationsGame theory has been applied to a growing list of practical problems, from antitrust analysis to monetary policy; from the design of auction institutions to the structuring of incentives within firms; from patent races to dispute resolution. The purpose of Game Theory and Business Applica-tions is to show how game theory can be used to model and analyze business decisions. The contents of this revised edition contain a wide variety of business functions – from accounting to operations, from marketing to strategy to organi-zational design.

Features 7 Important revision, bringing book completely up to date 7 New chapters on settlement and litigation, marketing, research and development, and experimental economics 7 Editors and contributors among the most prominent names in the field

Contents Introduction.- Game Theory Models in Finance.- Game Theoretic Models in Accounting.- GT and Marketing.- Game Theoretic Models in Opera-tions Management and Information Systems.- Incentive Contracting and Franchise Decisions.- Game Theory and the Practice of Bargaining.- GT Models of Settlement and Litigation.- GT and the Law.- Cooperation in R&D.- A GT Model of Ten-ure.- GT and Experimental Economics.- Auctions in Theory and Practice.- Auctions and Bidder Collusion.

Fields of interestOperation Research/Decision Theory; Game Theory/Mathematical Methods; Microeconomics



Due May 2013

2nd ed. 2013. XX, 488 p. 8 illus., 3 in color. (International Series in Operations Research & Management Science, Volume 194) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-1-4614-7094-6

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H. Christoffersen, Center for Political Studies, Copenhagen, Denmark; M. Beyeler, University of Bern, Switzerland; R. Eichenberger, University of Fribourg, Switzerland; P. Nannestad, Aarhus University, Brabrand, Denmark; M. Paldam, Aarhus University, Denmark

The Good SocietyA Comparative Study of Denmark and Switzerland

Denmark and Switzerland are small and successful countries with exceptionally content populations. However, they have very different political institu-tions and economic models. They have followed the general tendency in the West toward economic convergence, but both countries have managed to stay on top.

Features 7 Providing empirical answers on how to achieve a good society 7 Highly relevant comparative study in political economy and welfare stud-ies 7 Bringing together work from economists and political scientists

Contents Preface.- 1 Introduction.- Part I: The Quality of Life in Two Different Good Societies: Denmark and Switzerland.- 2 Two Wealthy Economies and Their Development.- 3 Are the Standards of Living Similar or Dissimilar?- 4 Happiness in Denmark and Switzerland.- Part II: Two Models of Good Societies.- 5 Two Stylized Economic Models.- 6 Political Institutions and Politics.- 7 Civil Society.- 8 Two Variants of the Welfare State.- 9 Immigra-tion.- Part III: Challenges for the Two Good Societies.- 10 The Future of the Danish Welfare State.- 11 The Future of the Swiss Welfare State.- 12 Conclusion.

Fields of interestPublic Finance & Economics; Political Economy; Quality of Life Research



Due June 2013

2013. X, 329 p. 67 illus., 25 in color. Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-37237-7

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C. O. Cruz, R. C. Marques, Technical University of Lisbon, Portugal

Infrastructure Public-Private PartnershipsDecision, Management and Development

Economic development and social welfare depend on the existence of effective and efficient infra-structure systems, particularly in health, energy, transportation and water, many of which are developed and managed through Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs). However, empirical evidence suggests some pitfalls in the use of these PPP arrangements. This book addresses these issues, focusing on mostly three key questions: How to improve the robustness of the decision-making process leading to the option of PPP? How to im-prove contract management as the longest phase of the process? How can contracts be improved to accommodate uncertainty and avoid harmful renegotiations? The authors explore the concept of flexible contracts, the uncertainty modeling for improving the robustness of the decision-making process, and develop an overall framework for effective contract management, along with a comprehensive analysis of current renegotiation patterns.

Features 7 Novel techniques for incorporating uncertainty in Public Sector Comparator calculation 7 Guide for PPP contract management 7 Unique frame-work for contract renegotiation analysis

Contents Preface.- 1 Introduction.- 2 Public Sector Com-parator.- 3 Contractual Flexibility.- 4 Contract Management.- 5 Renegotiation.- 6 Conclusions.- References.- Index.

Fields of interestPublic Administration; Civil Engineering; Public Finance & Economics



Due May 2013

2013. XX, 171 p. 38 illus. Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-642-36909-4

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G. Dionne, HEC Montréal, Québec, Canada (Ed)

Handbook of InsuranceContents Preface.- Introduction.- Part 1: History.- Devel-opments in Risk and Insurance Economics: the Past 40 Years.- Part 2 : Risk and Insurance Theory Without Information Problems.- Higher-Order Risk Attitudes.- Non-Expected Utility and the Ro-bustness of the Classical Insurance Paradigm.- The Economics of Optimal Insurance Design.- The Effects of Changes in Risk on Risk Taking: A Sur-vey.- Risk Measures and Dependence Modeling.- The Theory of Insurance Demand.-Prevention and Precaution.- Part 3 : Asymmetric Information: Theory.- Optimal Insurance Contracts under Moral Hazard.- Adverse Selection in Insurance Contracting.- The Theory of Risk Classification.- The Economics of Liability Insurance.- Economic Analysis of Insurance Fraud.- Part 4: Asymmetric Information: Empirical Analysis.- Asymmetric Information in Insurance Markets: Predictions and Tests.- The Empirical Measure of Information Problems with Emphasis on Insurance Fraud and Dynamic Data.- Workers’ Compensation: Occu-pational Injury Insurance’s Influence on the Work-place.- Experience Rating in Non-Life Insurance.- Part 5 : Risk Management.- On the Demand for Corporate Insurance – Creating Value.- Managing Catastrophic Risks through Redesigned Insurance: Challenges and Opportunities.- Innovations in Insurance Markets: Hybrid and Securitized Risk-Transfer Solutions.- Risk Sharing and Pricing in the Reinsurance Market.- Part 6 : Insurance Pric-ing.- Financial Pricing of Insurance.- Insurance Price Volatility and Underwriting Cycles.- Part 7 : Industrial Organization of Insurance Markets.- On the Choice of Organizational Form: Theory and Evidence from the Insurance Industry.- Insurance Distribution.- Corporate Governance in the Insur-ance Industry: A Synthesis. [...]

Field of interestEconomics/Management Science, general



Due April 2013

2nd ed. 2012. XXII, 1650 p. 137 illus., 40 in color. Hardcover7 $419.00ISBN 978-1-4614-0154-4

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I. Ehnert, Université Catholique de Louvain, Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium; W. Harry, University of Chester, Princes Risborough, UK; K. J. Zink, University of Kaiserslautern, Germany (Eds)

Sustainability and Human Resource ManagementDeveloping Sustainable Business Organizations

The role of HRM in developing sustainable busi-ness organizations is increasingly attracting atten-tion. Sustainability can be used as a principle for HRM itself and the tasks of Sustainable HRM are twofold.

Features 7 Demonstrates the increasing importance of thinking and acting for the long term in busi-ness and organizations especially when dealing with management of people 7 Shows the ways in which HRM can make useful contributions to strategic thinking and ethical decision-making in commerce, the public sector and not for profit organizations 7 Emphasises different ways of ap-proaching the issue of sustainability and HRM

Contents Part I. Introduction into Sustainability and HRM.- Part II. The Role of HRM in Developing Economi-cally, Socially and Ecologically Sustainable Organ-isations.- Part III. The Role of HRM in Developing Sustainable HRM Systems.- Part IV. Sustainability and HRM in Different Areas of the World.- Part V. Conclusions and Prospects for Sustainability and Human Resource Management.

Fields of interestHuman Resource Management; Non-Profit Enter-prises/Corporate Social Responsibility; Business Strategy/Leadership



Due June 2013

2013. IV, 434 p. 22 illus., 5 in color. (CSR, Sustainability, Ethics & Governance) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-37523-1

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Encyclopedia of Creativity, Invention, Innovation and EntrepreneurshipEditor-in-chief: E. G. Carayannis

Features 7 This four volume reference set uniquely covers the broad spectrum of topics relating to innova-tion—from the psychology of creativity to regional economic development, from new product design to education in entrepreneurship 7 It features over 300 definitions of key terms and concepts, over 300 topical entries, and 10 review essays from a global array of researchers, business executives, policymakers, and artists, developing a more comprehensive set of perspectives on the process of innovation than has been attempted to date

Fields of interestBusiness/Management Science, general; Entrepre-neurship



Due July 2013

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2013. 2800 p. 7 approx. $949.00ISBN 978-1-4614-3857-1

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2013. 7 approx. $949.00ISBN 978-1-4614-3858-8

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2013. 2800 p. 7 approx. $1200.00ISBN 978-1-4614-4579-1

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G. Gandolfo, Academia Nazionale dei Lincei, Rome, Italy

International Trade Theory and PolicyWith contrib. by: F. Trionfetti, Aix-Marseille School of Economics, CNRS & EHESS, Marseille, France

In the present text the author deals with both con-ventional and new approaches to trade theory and policy, treating all important research topics in international economics and clarifying their math-ematical intricacies. The textbook is intended for undergraduates, graduates and researchers alike.

Features 7 A simple but rigorous approach to interna-tional trade theory that goes beyond technicali-ties 7 The unique two-tier structure makes the book attractive for undergraduates, graduates and researchers alike 7 Makes even the most complex trade models accessible

Contents Introduction.- Foundations of Trade Theory: The Classical Theory of Comparative Costs.- The Neoclassical Theory of International Trade.- The Heckscher-Ohlin Model.- The Four Core Theo-rems.- Some Refinements.- New Explanations for International Trade: The Precursors.- The Mod-els.- Trade Policy: Tariff and Non-Tariff Barriers.- Free Trade vs Protection, and Preferential Trade Cooperation.- The “New” Protectionism.- Growth and Trade: International Trade and Growth - Comparative Statics.- International Trade and Growth - Dynamics.- Endogeneous Growth and Trade, Old and New.- Globalization: Globalization and Economic Geography.- Trade Integration and Wage Inequality.- Appendices.

Fields of interestInternational Economics; European Integration; Economic Policy

Target groupsUpper undergraduate


Due June 2013

2nd ed. 2013. 680 p. (Springer Texts in Business and Economics) Hardcover7 $119.00ISBN 978-3-642-37313-8

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J. Haller, University Erlangen-Nürnberg, Germany

Open EvaluationIntegrating Users into the Selection of New Product Ideas

Selecting new product or service ideas that are worthwhile to be exploited has always been a ma-jor challenge to firms of all kinds. Recent develop-ments, however, add a new facet to the evaluation challenge. Initiatives such as innovation contests, in which interested users may submit their ideas or solutions to firm relevant problems, frequently lead to several tens of thousands of submissions. Consequently, solutions are needed that help identifying the most promising ideas. The book “Open Evaluation” proposes a potential solution: integrating external stakeholders into the assess-ment of product and service ideas by means of IT, i.e. open evaluation. Based on both qualitative and quantitative research, the author examines design options, strategies, and the capacity of open evaluation to efficiently and effectively support decision-making for innovation.

Feature 7 Publication in the field of economic sciences

Contents The Context of Open Evaluation: Innovation Con-tests.- The Design Elements of Open Evaluation.- The Objectives of Open Evaluation.- Key Factors affecting the Output of Open Evaluation.- The Capacity of Open Evaluation for Idea Selection .- How to Make the Crowd Your Jury.

Field of interestMarket Research



Due April 2013

2013. XXI, 233 p. 22 illus. (Markt- und Unternehmensentwicklung / Markets and Organisations) Softcover7 $79.99ISBN 978-3-8349-4486-3

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H. Hauswald, Vallendar, Germany

Stakeholder Trust in Family Businesses Despite broad anecdotal evidence, little is known about the antecedents and outcomes of stakehold-er trust when dealing with a family business. The topic has received little systematic attention, which is surprising given its importance as a potential competitive advantage for family businesses and the influence of family businesses in many markets around the world. In his dissertation, Hannes Hauswald tries to address this gap. In the course of three essays, he explores what drives stake-holder trust when dealing with family businesses. Furthermore, he sheds light on the outcomes of stakeholder trust for family businesses and relevant contingency factors.

Feature 7 Publication in the field of economic science

Contents Antecedents and outcomes of stakeholder trust in family businesses.- An application of the integra-tive model of organizational trust.- The influence of family ownership on stakeholders’ perceptions of trustworthiness.- Family businesses’ ability to attract new talent: who is attracted and under what conditions?

Field of interestBusiness/Management Science, general



Due May 2013

2013. XVII, 166 p. 11 illus. (Familienunternehmen und KMU) Softcover7 approx. $89.95ISBN 978-3-658-01602-9

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M. Heise, Allianz SE, Munich, Germany

Emerging from the Euro Debt CrisisMaking the Single Currency Work

Despite the success of policymakers and the European Central Bank in calming down financial markets since the summer of 2012, European lead-ers are still facing formidable challenges in making the single currency work in a complex environ-ment. This book starts with a review of the neces-sary elements of a currency union and highlights the reasons why the system has run into its present troubles. It points to important policy recom-mendations to be drawn from a structural analysis of the currency union, achievements and failures of the currency union and ways to improve fiscal sustainability and arrive at stable macroeconomic performance for the union.

Features 7 Makes the Euro crisis accessible to a broad readership 7 Discusses the appropriate tools of crisis management 7 Explores complex issues in a clear and easy-to-follow way Based on empirical analysis

Contents Introduction: Managing Complexity.- The Path to European Monetary Union.- The Evolution of the Debt Crisis.- Economic Impact of the Euro - Who Benefits?- Re-assessing the Criteria for an Optimum Currency Area in Europe.- What Went Wrong with Public and Macroeconomic Stabi-lization?- Policy Conclusions.- Aligning Crisis Management and Long-Term Reform Incentives.- A Final Word.

Fields of interestEuropean Integration; Macroeconomics/Monetary Economics; International Economics

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner


Due June 2013

2013. I, 86 p. 40 illus., 24 in color. Hardcover7 $59.99ISBN 978-3-642-37526-2

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C. Hertrich, Stuttgart

Asset Allocation Considerations for Pension Insurance FundsTheoretical Analysis and Empirical Evidence

The central research objective of the dissertation is to assess the suitability of Social Responsible Investments (SRIs) as well as alternative invest-ments for the strategic asset allocation of German Pension Insurance Funds (Pensionskassen). Using a Vector Error Correction model, we estimate the data generating process of the underlying input variables. A bootstrap simulation allows generating future return paths of the underly-ing portfolios. These return distributions will subsequently be used as input for different asset allocation strategies.The empirical results of our research study offer valuable conclusions: (1) SRI-structured portfolios consistently perform better than conventional portfolios, (2) includ-ing alternative investments has a beneficial effect on the risk-return distribution and (3) derivative overlay structures mitigate downside risk exposure without impacting average fund performance.

Feature 7 Publication in the field of economic studies

Contents Insight into the German Pension Insurance Fund.- SRIs and Alternative Investments: Expand-ing the Efficient Frontier.- Theoretical Founda-tion.- Empirical Analysis.

Field of interestFinance/Investment/Banking



Due May 2013

2013. XXX, 378 p. 72 illus. Softcover7 $89.99ISBN 978-3-658-02166-5

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I. Jamil, S. Askvik, University of Bergen, Norway; T. N. Dhakal, Tribhuvan University, Nepal (Eds)

In Search of Better Governance in South Asia and BeyondContents 1) Introduction Towards better governance: Theoretical perspective.- 2.Improving governance: lesson learnt for Future Challenges.- 3.Towards Good Governance: A Socio-Institutional Perspec-tive.- 4.Failed States and the lack of Good Gover-nance.- 5.Governance and multilateral organiza-tions in times of neo-liberalism: From Rawls and Hayek inspirations to post-Schumpeter innova-tions..- 6.Does Corruption Matter for Citizen’s Trust in Public Institutions? Lessons from South Asia Local governance: Issue of accountability and service delivery..- 7. Bangladesh Local government and Development in Bangladesh: Lesson Learned and Challenges for Improving Service Delivery of Union Parishad.- 8.NGO Accountability status in Nepal..- 9. “Health Service Decentralization in Nepal: Achievements and Challenges”.- 10. E-government policy Implementation in Brunei: Lesson Learnt from Singapore.- 11.Women’s Political Participation in Bangladesh: Role of Political Parties.- 12.Governance: collaboration or Opposition? A comparative Study of Two Gover-nance NGO relation Cases in Kunming, China.- 13.Relationship between Administrative Reforms and Political Will: A Case of the Application of Performance Based Incentive in the Nepalese Civil Service.- 14.New Age of South-South Develop-ment Cooperation: A Case Study of Nepal.- 15.En-demic Corruption and Progress towards MDGs in South Asia.- 16.Poverty Reduction in Nepal: sustainability of Achievements.- 17.Malpractices in Public Distribution System: Administrative or Political Factors.- 18.Revisiting Anticorruption Approach in the Developing Countries. [...]

Fields of interestPublic Administration; Political Science, general; Political Theory



Due June 2013

2013. VIII, 398 p. 3 illus., 1 in color. (Public Administration, Governance and Globalization, Volume 3) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-1-4614-7371-8

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J. T. Karackattu, Institute of Chinese Studies, Delhi, India

The Economic Partnership Between India and Taiwan in a Post-ECFA EcosystemThe partnership between India and Taiwan is situated in a virtual maze of complex political factors. Given the core issue of contestation of Taiwan’s political status in world affairs and India’s adherence to the “One China” policy, the relation-ship remains a fragile one for both partners. In recent years, Taiwan has signed the Cross-Strait Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement (ECFA) with Mainland China.

Features 7 In-depth coverage of the political economy of two key relationships, namely India-Taiwan and Mainland China-Taiwan 7 Provides non-technical, engaging analysis and summarizes the extant literature (primary and secondary) on India-Taiwan relations 7 Offers quick references to the theoretical underpinnings of international political economy and its applicability in Interna-tional Relations

Contents Chapter 1: Introduction.- Chapter 2: Taiwan’s political and economic ecosystem.- 2.1 The Cross-Strait ECFA.- 2.2 Anticipated gains and problem areas for Taiwan.- 2.3 Taiwan’s decisive moment.- 2.4 Conclusion.- Chapter 3: India and Taiwan in a post-ECFA ecosystem.- 3.1 Current state of relations.- 3.2 Areas of fitment.- 3.3 Policy realignments.- Chapter 4: Conclusion and future directions.

Fields of interestInternational Economics; Economic Policy; Politi-cal Economy



Due May 2013

2013. IX, 117 p. 12 illus. (SpringerBriefs in Economics) Softcover7 $49.99ISBN 978-81-322-1277-5

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J. Koralun-Bereźnicka, University of Gdańsk, Poland

Corporate PerformanceA Ratio-Based Approach to Country and Industry Analyses

This book presents the comparative evaluation of international and industrial factors affecting the financial condition of enterprises. In the theoreti-cal part, the results of previous research on the oc-currence of the country and industry effect in the financial health of companies are reviewed. The aim of the empirical study is to determine such factors – national or industrial ones – that have a greater impact on the corporate performance in the selected European Union countries. Corporate performance is measured and described with the use of a large set of fundamental ratios. Corporate performance is therefore treated as a more com-plex matter influenced by such aspects as profit-ability, liquidity, working capital and solvency.

Features 7 Analyzes corporate performance by consid-ering fundamental ratios in addition to stock returns 7 Includes enterprises of all sizes, and not just large public companies 7 Updates and broadens the study of country and industry effect within the European Union

Contents Corporate performance interpretation and mea-suring problems.- Country and industry factors as determinants of corporate performance.- Analysis of the corporate performance diversity in the selected European Union countries.- Cross-industry and cross-country comparative cluster analysis.- Factors affecting corporate performance in countries and industries.

Fields of interestFinance/Investment/Banking; Financial Econom-ics; Organization/Planning



Due May 2013

2013. X, 215 p. 32 illus. (Contributions to Management Science) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-319-00344-3

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F. Langdana, Rutgers Business School, Newark, NJ, USA; P. T. Murphy, DC Safety, Washington D.C., USA

International Trade and Global MacropolicyIn the curricula of highly ranked MBA programs, two areas of discussion are conspicuously absent: International Trade, and Global Macroeconomic Policy.

Features 7 Emphasizes the pervasiveness of trade and global macro issues at all levels of strategic deci-sion making in this highly globalized econo-my 7 Relates to real-world topics by providing simulated “media articles” following each chapter that will embed key aspects of material covered in the preceding courses 7 Focuses on the ap-plications and policy implications of the topics discussed 7 Allows senior executives to make the internationally sophisticated decisions that are imperative in an increasingly global world

Contents Introduction and Overview.- Part One–Inter-national Trade Theory.- The Origins of Trade Theory.- The Ricardian Trade Model.- Factor Intensity.- Stripping Away Ricardo’s Assump-tions.- Trade Barriers and Protectionism.- Part Two–Global Macroeconomics.- Global Macro-economics.- Exchange Rates.- The ISLM-BOP Model.- Exports and Imports, Real Exchange Rates.- Inflation Added to the Model.- Capital Flows.- The Global Monetary System.- References.

Fields of interestMacroeconomics/Monetary Economics; Eco-nomic Policy; Business Taxation/Tax Law



Due April 2013

2013. XX, 420 p. 182 illus., 154 in color. (Springer Texts in Business and Economics) Hardcover7 $89.99ISBN 978-1-4614-1634-0

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Z. Li, Jianghan University, Wuhan, P.R. China

Study on the Consensus Salary System for Modern EnterprisesFor firms, the salary issue is extremely important for their business operations and development. In order to investigate this issue and to expand the role of the salary system in business management, the book presents the Consensus Salary Model for modern enterprises and further explores its theoretical foundations, decisive mechanisms and features, and provides a basic framework for designing salary systems for modern enterprises. Finally, the book incorporates empirical research to test the model.

Features 7 A wealth of clear figures and tables help readers to quickly grasp the content 7 The easy formulas in the Consensus Salary Model help readers to use it in practice 7 Some ideas on how to design the consensus salary system help to promote job com-mitment among the staff of modern enterprises

Contents Introduction.- Summary of the Salary Theory and its Relative Theories.- Main Ideas, Research Approaches and Innovation of the Book.- Analysis of the Existent Salary System of Enterprises.- In-stitutional Background and Theoretic Foundation of the Consensus Salary System.- Features of the Consensus Salary Model.- Decisive Mechanism of the Consensual Salary Model.- Framework of the Consensual Salary Model.- Design of the Consensus Salary System for the Enterprise M.- Conclusion.

Fields of interestHuman Resource Management; Labor Economics



Due June 2013

2013. XII, 166 p. 16 illus., 9 in color. (SpringerBriefs in Business) Softcover7 $49.99ISBN 978-3-642-29836-3

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D. Meissner, L. Gokhberg, A. Sokolov, National Research University - Higher School of Economics (HSE), Moscow, Russia (Eds)

Science, Technology and Innovation Policy for the FuturePotentials and Limits of Foresight Studies

The book gives practical guidance for policy makers, analysts and researchers on how to make the most of the potential of Foresight studies. Based on the concept of evidence-based policy-making, Foresight studies are common practice in many countries and are commonly understood as a supportive tool in designing future-oriented strategies. The book outlines approaches and experiences of integrating such Foresight studies in the making and implementation of science, technology and innovation (STI) policies at differ-ent national levels.

Features 7 Comparative account of national foresight studies 7 Addresses overarching framework of STI policy 7 Practical guidance for policy mak-ers, analysts and researchers 7 Contributions by leading international experts

Contents 1 The Meaning of Foresight in Science Technology and Innovation Policy - An Introduction.- Section I: Instruments and Tools for Foresight Studies.- Section II: Foresight Instruments for Innovative Markets.- Section III: Country Foresight Stud-ies.- Section IV: Foresight Studies - Instrument for Innovative Policy? - 16 Summary - Targeting STI Policy Interventions - Future Challenges for Foresight.

Fields of interestR & D/Technology Policy; Innovation/Technology Management; Comparative Politics



Due May 2013

2013. XIX, 298 p. 89 illus., 87 in color. Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-642-31826-9

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P. M. Pardalos, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA; S. T. Rassia, ETH Zürich, Switzerland (Eds)

Cities for Smart Environmental and Energy FuturesImpacts on Architecture and Technology

Contents Chapter 1: A time and a place for everything.- Chapter 2: Smart Cities of Tomorrow.- Chapter 3: Rethinking Urban Landscapes: Self-Supported Infrastructure, Technology and Territory.- Chapter 4: Invincible Cities for the Materiomic Age.- Chapter 5: Qualitative Affects of Building Life Cycle: The Formation of Architectural Mat-ter.- Chapter 6: Other Cities.- Chapter 7: Urban Parangolé: The Syncretic City.- Chapter 8: High Performance Buildings: Measures, Complexity, and Current Trends.- Chapter 9: Ecocities: the role of networks of green and blue spaces.- Chapter 10: Decarbonising City Precincts: An Australian Perspective.- Chapter 11: The rebirth of distance in the context of urban sustainability.- Chapter 12: Cities for Smart Environmental and Energy Fu-tures Urban heat island mitigation techniques for sustainable cities.- Chapter 13: Building Conserva-tion Towards a Sustainable Future: Use Of GPR.- Chapter 14: Evaluation of the shading efficiency of the shading devices installed in the tram stations in Athens.- Chapter 15: Modeling and Control of Large and Flexible Wind Turbines in Variable Speed Mode.- Chapter 16: Sustainable Design for Campus Residential Housing.- Chapter 17: House Biographies: Housing Studies on the Smallest Ur-ban Scale.- Chapter 18: For the Smarter Good of Cities – On the Urban Predicament, Complexity and Slippages in the Smart City Discourse.

Fields of interestEnvironmental Economics; Energy Policy, Eco-nomics and Management; Energy Systems



Due July 2013

2014. Approx. 270 p. 90 illus. (Energy Systems) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-642-37660-3

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G. Reniers, University of Antwerp, Belgium; Y. Pavlova, MTT Agrifood Research, Helsinki, Finland

Using Game Theory to Improve Safety within Chemical Industrial ParksThough the game-theoretic approach has been vastly studied and utilized in relation to econom-ics of industrial organizations, it has hardly been used to tackle safety management in multi-plant chemical industrial settings. Using Game Theory for Improving Safety within Chemical Indus-trial Parks presents an in-depth discussion of game-theoretic modeling which may be applied to improve cross-company prevention and -safety management in a chemical industrial park.

Features 7 Includes a number of game-theoretic decision models 7 Addresses cross-corporate safety and security management to help improve decision making 7 Discussion of theories and applica-tions enables readers to identify their own com-pany's situation and to act accordingly

Contents 1.Introduction.- 2.Safety management in chemical industrial clusters: the state-of-the-art.- 3.In-troduction into strategic decision-making.- 4.A game-theoretic model for cross-plant prevention in a chemical industrial park.- 5.An algorithm to enhance safety collaboration within chemi-cal industrial parks.- 6.Cooperative Incentives Approach (CIA) in case of an MPC with limited resources.- 7.Management roadmap to enhance safety collaboration in chemical industrial parks.- 8.Conclusions and recommendations.

Fields of interestGame Theory/Mathematical Methods; Quality Control, Reliability, Safety and Risk; Safety in Chemistry, Dangerous Goods



Due April 2013

2013. XI, 121 p. 24 illus. (Springer Series in Reliability Engineering) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4471-5051-0

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J. Roy, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia

From Machinery to MobilityGovernment and Democracy in a Participative Age

The Westminster-stylized model of Parliamentary democratic politics and public service account-ability is increasingly out of step with the realities of today’s digitally and socially networked era. This book explores the reconfiguration of demo-cratic and managerial governance within demo-cratic societies due to the advent of technological mobility. More specifically, the traditional public sector prism of organizational and accountabil-ity – denoted as ‘machinery of government’, is increasingly strained in an era characterized by smart devices, social media, and cloud computing. This book examines the roots and implications of the tensions between machinery and mobility and the sorts of investments and initiatives that have been undertaken by governments around the world as well as their appropriateness and relative impacts.

Features 7 Explores the reconfiguration of democratic and managerial governance within democratic societies due to the advent of technological mobil-ity 7 Analyses the appropriateness and impacts of the technological investments and initiatives undertaken by governments 7 Examines the prospects for holistic adaptation of democratic and managerial systems going forward

Contents Preface.- Introduction.- Bureaucracy versus Mobility.- Cognition and Place.- Openness and Ownership.- Cyber-Security.- Payments and Pri-vacy.- Deliberation and Engagement.- Austerity and Federalism.- Conclusion.- Bibliography.

Fields of interestPublic Administration; Innovation/Technology Management; Comparative Politics



Due May 2013

2013. XV, 126 p. (Public Administration and Information Technology, Volume 2) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-1-4614-7220-9

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M. Runiewicz-Wardyn, Kozminski University, Warsaw, Poland

Knowledge Flows, Technological Change and Regional Growth in the European UnionThe book provides conceptual and empirical insights into the complex relationship between knowledge flows and regional growth in the EU. The author critically scrutinizes and enhances the RIS (Regional Innovation System) approach, dis-cussing innovation as a technological, institutional and evolutionary process.

Features 7 Insights into the complex relationship between space, knowledge and economic growth 7 New empirical analysis of dynamic externalities and technological maturity in high-tech indus-tries 7 Policy recommendations for a "smart specialization strategy" of the EU

Contents Knowledge as a Driver of Technological Change and Regional Growth.- Innovative, Technologi-cal, and Growth Capacities of the EU Regions.- Determinants of RISs’ Efficiency of the EU Regions.- The Role of Intra-, Inter- and Extra-Re-gional Sources of Knowledge Spillovers in the EU Regions. Evidence from High-Tech Industries.- Localized Knowledge Spillovers, Agglomeration Externalities, and the Technological Dynamic in High-Tech Industries. Evidence Based on the EU Regions.- Knowledge Spillovers, Technological Change, and Regional Growth. The Empirical Evidence of the EU Regions.- Final Remarks and Implications.

Fields of interestEconomic Growth; Regional/Spatial Science; R & D/Technology Policy



Due June 2013

2013. 270 p. (Contributions to Economics) Hardcover7 $129.00ISBN 978-3-319-00341-2

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M. Schmuck, Technical University, Munich

Financial Distress and Corporate TurnaroundAn Empirical Analysis of the Automotive Supplier Industry

The work of Martin Schmuck empirically inves-tigates the phenomenon of financial distress and corporate turnaround in the automotive supplier industry. Based on a sample of 194 publicly listed automotive suppliers, the effectiveness of manage-rial, operational, financial, and asset restructuring activities is analyzed in a multivariate research setting. Archetypes for successful turnarounds are identified and matched with strategies of non-distressed companies.


Contents Financial distress.- Corporate Turnaround.-Auto-motive.- Restructuring.

Field of interestManagement/Business for Professionals



Due May 2013

2013. XVII, 166 p. 18 illus. Softcover7 $79.99ISBN 978-3-658-01907-5

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G. Schwarz, St.Gallen

Public Shared Service CentersA Theoretical and Empirical Analysis of US Public Sector Organizations

Gerd Schwarz analyzes the pros and cons of shared service centers for the implementation of IT, finance, personnel, and purchasing processes and make design suggestions on the empirical study of American public companies are based at 72. It describes how through the development of shared service centers achieved cost and quality improvements, and shows based on the transac-tion cost approach to outsourcing to the differ-ences in detail.


Contents Shared Service Center in privaten Unternehmen.- Shared Service Center in öffentlichen Unterne-hmen.- Kostenreduktionen und Qualitätsverbesse-rungen durch die Etablierung von Shared Service Center.- Fallstudien.- Gestaltungempfehlungen für den Aufbau von Shared Service Center.- Out-sourcing von Supportaktivitäten.

Field of interestEconomics/Management Science, general



Due May 2013

2013. Approx. 270 p. (Management, Organisation und ökonomische Analyse, Volume 15) Softcover7 approx. $89.95ISBN 978-3-8349-4479-5

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W. Shen, Y. Shen

Study on Adjustment of Personal Income Gap for Promoting Social EquityTransl. Chinese: L. Liu, D. Han

The authors analyze the present status of personal income gap from its root. In the book, the authors give a clear classification of different personal income groups and how to adjust each group income, under the basis of society equity theory.

Features 7 Innovative analytical methods 7 Great aca-demic value 7 Profound realistic meaning

Field of interestPublic Finance & Economics



Due April 2013

2013. Approx. 270 p. Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-3-642-30623-5

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K.-Y. Shin, Nankai University, Tianjin, P.R.China

The Executor of Integrated Marketing Communications Strategy: Marcom Manager’s Working ModelThe book mainly addresses the following aspects: First, it systematically introduces the domestic and foreign research results, pointing out the key elements of the basic theory of IMC, according to a company’s present situation and the prac-tice of IMC strategy. Second, according to the different characteristics of each organization, it provides various IMC organization structures, such as linear structure Model l, a virtual network and centralized type that focuses on individual interest, external types of the IMC organizational structures Model, etc., and suggestions for further study are also presented.

Features 7 Do you want to be an excellent Marcom Man-ager? 7 The Executor of Integrated Marketing Communications Strategy 7 Marcom Manager’s Working Model

Contents Introduction.- Organization.- Implementation.- Marcom Manager’s Work: Communication Cat-egory.- The Working Model of Marcom Manager.

Fields of interestMarketing; Business/Management Science, general



Due June 2013

2013. Approx. 160 p. 31 illus. (SpringerBriefs in Business) Softcover7 approx. $69.99ISBN 978-3-642-38090-7

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R. Tietz, University of Applied Sciences, St. Gallen, Switzerland

Executive Teams in Research-Based Spin-Off CompaniesAn Empirical Analysis of Executive Team Characteristics, Strategy, and Performance

Research-based spin-off companies are a special subgroup of new technology-based ventures and play an important role for innovation and eco-nomic development. Executive teams of academic spin-offs face several challenges in building up sustainable and profitable ventures, because they often lack managerial and entrepreneurial skills. Based on a quantitative analysis of 193 German spin-offs RigoTietz examines the relationships between executive team characteristics, strategic decision making, and firm performance. The study contributes to the entrepreneurship and strategic management literature and has practical implica-tions for entrepreneurs and managers, policymak-ers and practitioners of start-up initiatives and technology transfer organisations.


Contents Literature review of research-based spin-off companies.- Theoretical background of entrepre-neurship and strategic management.- Examined links between executive characteristics, strategic decision making, and performance.- Empirical results and discussion.

Field of interestBusiness Strategy/Leadership



Due April 2013

2013. XVII, 296 p. 24 illus. Softcover7 $99.00ISBN 978-3-658-01214-4

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M. van Marion, Eindhoven, The Netherlands

International Trade Policy and European IndustryThe Case of the Electronics Business

Trade policy has played a vital role in the decline of European electronics business. The events that resulted in the disappearance of the European tele-vision industry, of a European and Japanese video recorder format and of other European consumer electronics are directly related to market structures in exporting countries and business practices.

Features 7 Explains the impact of trade policy on industry developmentCase study on trade practices in Eu-ropean consumer electronics business 7 Eco-nomic models explain dumping and distortion of comparative advantage 7 Practical guide for business how to conduct trade policy and avoid pitfalls

Contents Introduction.- Limitations of Voluntary Re-straints.- Follies of Voluntary Restraints: Politics and Economics.- CD Players: Laster Light at the End of the Tunnel.- Meeting the Challenge: Blind Alley of New Protection.- Trade Rules and Struggle for Margin.- Market Structure and Dumping.- Myth of Japanese Efficiency: Dumping of Compact Disc Players.- Aftermath of VCRs: the Politicised End to a Coninuing Story.- Blurred Picture: Trade Policy and Television’s Future in the Dark.- Orientation on Origin Rules: a Digression on Discrimination.- Inter and Intra European Company Politics.- Trade Policy and Pressure Politics: Fax Machines.- Dark Practices in Light-ing.- Methodology of Dumping.- Elements in the Determination of the Level of Measures.- After All.

Fields of interestInternational Economics; Industrial Organization; International Economic Law, Trade Law



Due June 2013

2013. 440 p. 36 illus., 5 in color. (Contributions to Economics) Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-319-00391-7

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New SeriesInternational Research on Poverty ReductionSeries editors: X. Wang, C. Huang, Q. Liu

Poverty remains a crucial development issue for the world, and China has become an important player in the global endeavor in poverty reduction and development. China has made a substantial contribution to the achievement of the Millen-nium Development Goals (MDGs) by reducing half of its poverty population. This book series discuss themes such as poverty reduction practices and experience; knowledge mobilization; poverty reduction strategy analysis; comparative research of different poverty reduction models etc. By ana-lyzing China’s poverty reduction approaches and experiences, and comparing them with those of other countries, this book series wishes to provide policy makers, researchers and practitioners in poverty reduction with theoretical and technical support, and to provide a new channel for sharing experiences as well as facilitating collaboration and communication in poverty reduction develop-ment fields between China and the rest of the world.

X. Wang, L. Wang, Y. Wang, International Poverty Reduction Center in China, Beijing, China

The Quality of Growth and Poverty Reduction in ChinaThe rapid growth over the past three decades has been instrumental in lifting over 600 million peo-ple in China out of poverty People want to know why and how it happened. International evidence has made it clear that a global economy based on current patterns of consumption and produc-tion is simply not sustainable. Policymakers have repeatedly been advised that economic growth, poverty reduction, equity, and environment and resource sustainability must be integrated into na-tional development strategies. What about China? The principle limitation of existing China-focused economic studies lies in its imbalances from the perspective of analysis and the impact of growth on poverty and inequality.

Features 7 The quality of growth is critical to sustaining progress on the planet 7 The book provides a critical message from China, one of the most important emerging powers with a far reaching impact on climate change and structural trans-formation 7 The book is a result of a country owned process, emphasizes pro-poor growth, equal opportunities, energy efficiency, renewable energy sources and environment protection

Contents Introduction and Overview Chapter 1 China’s Miracle in Growth and Poverty Reduction Chap-ter 2 Explaining China’s Growth Miracle Chapter 3 Why China Must Advance Transformation and Improve the Quality of Growth Chapter 4 Rising Income Inequality Chapter 5 Social Disparity and Inequality of Opportunity Chapter 6 Daunting En-vironmental Challenges Conclusion References

Fields of interestDevelopment Economics; Social Policy



Due April 2013

2013. Approx. 180 p. (International Research on Poverty Reduction) Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-3-642-36345-0

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V. K. Velamuri

Hybrid Value CreationThis work deals with hybrid value creation, i.e., the process of generating additional value by innova-tively combining products (tangible component) and services (intangible component). Vivek K. Velamuri provides a systematic assessment of the state-of-the-art of the field and identifies empiri-cally derived strategies for hybrid value creation. In addition, it helps practitioners to come to grips with understanding the dynamics of hybrid value creation, irrespective of the industry they are in. At the same time directions for future research are identified and provided.

Feature 7 Systematic Assessment of the State-of-the-art of the Field and Identifies Empirically Derived Strategies for Hybrid Value Creation

Contents Systematic Literature Review.- Hybrid Value Creation.- Empirical Study.- The Four Clusters of Hybrid Value Creation. The Cluster of Embedded products.- The Cluster of Solutions.

Field of interestMarket Research



Due April 2013

2013. XX, 200 p. 24 illus. (Markt- und Unternehmensentwicklung / Markets and Organisations) Softcover7 $79.95ISBN 978-3-8349-3960-9

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New SeriesUnderstanding ChinaSeries editors: N. P. Thomas, E. Yang

The series will provide you with in-depth informa-tion on China’s social, cultural and economic aspects. It covers a broad variety of topics, from economics and history to law, philosophy, cultural geography and regional politics, and offers a wealth of materials for researchers, doctoral stu-dents, and experienced practitioners.

H. Y. Xiang, P. Walker, Peking University, P.R. China (Eds)

China Cultural and Creative Industry Reports 2013This collection provides access to up to date, very high quality research and critical perspectives on China’s CCIs on an industry by industry basis. Industries dealt with by this collection include: advertising, architecture, art and antiques, com-puter games, crafts, design, designer fashion, film and video, music, performing arts, publishing, software, TV and radio, digital media.

Features 7 The first book to offer insights into China’s CCIs by authoritative Chinese authors translated into English 7 The first comprehensive report on the Chinese perspective of their CCIs translated into English 7 Prepared by “rising sun” co edi-tors who take a fresh approach and represent the next generation of CCI researchers and develop-ers 7 Offers a juxtaposition to the perspective of global experts on the Chinese CCIs 7 An es-sential guide for SMEs that need practical insights into the Chinese CCI market Impact on the CCI research mediums and industry of new authori-tative information from established and new contributors

Contents Introduction.- Report One Film Industry.- Report Two News and Publishing Industry.- Report Three Broadcasting and TV Industry.- Report Four Ani-mation and Games Industry.- Report Five Online New Media Industry.- Report Six Advertising In-dustry.- Report Seven Fine Art Industry.- Report 8 Development of the Performing Arts.- Index.

Field of interestBusiness/Management Science, general



Due April 2013

2013. VIII, 257 p. (Understanding China) Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-3-642-38156-0

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G. Yang, G. Qiu, J. Feng, Y. Deng

Tackling the Financial Crisis in China– Case Studies from DongguanThis book analyses the social and economic problems that are outstanding in Dongguan due to financial crisis, containing relevant proposals for the reference of the government and enterprises. Meanwhile, it includes some new theoretical generalization about the new problems arising in economic practice and provides development economics with new theoretical elements to push its further development.

Features 7 Addresses social and economic problems in Dongguan due to financial crisis 7 Provides a clear overview of the basics 7 Focuses on selected topics

Fields of interestDevelopment Economics; Industrial Organization; Finance/Investment/Banking



Due July 2013

2014. Approx. 270 p. Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-3-642-30579-5

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Z. Zhang, Renmin University of China, Beijing, P.R.China

Finance – Fundamental Problems and SolutionsAs indicated by the title, this book focuses on fun-damental problems in finance: a logical dilemma in valuation, stock valuation methods/models, risk valuation, and optimal capital structure. It presents an innovative approach to logic and quantitative reasoning (without advanced math-ematics) that delivers valuable results ---- convinc-ing solutions to these problems. Readers in finance will definitely be interested in these solutions as well as the methods. In fact, these fundamental problems are essential in the field of finance, and they have remained unsolved (or partly unsolved) for decades. The solutions offered in this book are all sound in theory and feasible in practice, and will hopefully benefit both theoretic al research and practical decision-making.

Features 7 Presents numerous breakthroughs in financial theory 7 Offers complete solutions to funda-mental financial problems 7 Develops new decision-oriented models and methods

Contents Finance and its Fundamental Problems.- Does a Positive Perpetual Growth Rate Exist?.- Valuation Based on Required Payback Period.- Certainty Equivalent, Risk Premium and Asset Pricing.- Tax Shield, Bankruptcy Cost and Optimal Capital Structure.

Field of interestFinance/Investment/Banking



Due May 2013

2013. IX, 90 p. 10 illus., 2 in color. (SpringerBriefs in Business) Softcover7 $49.99ISBN 978-3-642-30511-5

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