ISBN: 0-13-971466-9 2001, Paper, 528 pages MACROECONOMICS An Asian Perspective Written by Richard T Froyen Adapted by Linda Low Unique in its unbiased perspective, this book traces the history of macroeconomics, the evolution of macroeconomic thought, and the resulting theories and policies. All points of view are covered and the result is a comprehensive and detailed view of modern macroeconomic theory. This revised edition is “Asianized” to incorporate empirical evidence and illustrations from the major East Asian economies including Japan, the newly industrializing economies, and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. ISBN: 0-13-083701-6 1999, Paper, 464 pages THE ERA OF JIANG ZEMIN Willy Wo-Lap Lam This book is the Western world’s first in-depth look at Jiang Zemin – one of the most influential leaders in the world, in terms of his personality, philosophy, and statecraft. Readers will understand developments in China in key arenas such as politics and leadership issues, economic policy and social problems, as well as new ideas and trends for the new century. The book affords readers a rare, behind-the-scenes glimpse at Communist party politics in action. The author draws on interviews with hundreds of cadres, civil servants, academics, diplomats, businessmen, and other China experts. Perspective observations and a well- argued analysis of the Chinese reality are drawn from these first-hand investigations, thanks to the author’s two decades of experience as a China- watcher. ISBN: 983-2473-22-5 2002, Case, 304 pages REWRITING THE RULES The Malaysian Crisis Management Model Mahani Zainal Abidin In this book, Dr Mahani, as a member of the Working Group of the National Economic Action Council, provides readers with an insight into Malaysia’s management of the Asian Crisis and its attempt at rewriting the rules. She explains how the NEAC came to drive the fast recovery, through new and well- deployed policies. This book examines the pertinent macroeconomic issues leading to the decision to boost Malaysia’s domestic economy and peg the ringgit. It also looks into the possibility of replicating these measures in other countries. 42 ISBN: 983-9236-96-2 2003, Case, 274 pages THE MALAYSIAN BUREAUCRACY Four Decades of Development Abdullah Sanusi Ahmad, Norma Mansor, and Abdul Kuddus Ahmad This book examines the role played by the civil service in the formulation and implementation of major policies of the Malaysian government during the past 40 odd years since its independence in 1957. 43 ISBN: 0-13-102842-1, 2003, Paper, 200 pages WHEN ASIA MEETS CHINA IN THE NEW MILLENNIUM China’s Role in Shaping Asia’s Post-Crisis Economic Transformation Chi Lo This book is the single most far-reaching treatment on the complex subject of Asia’s future economic changes. It is a provocative thesis with a forward-looking manner on Asia’s macroeconomic challenges under the shadow of China’s economic clout. Various themes are knitted together elegantly within the time-tested general equilibrium framework to arrive at a new economic paradigm of chronic deflation, profit squeeze, and constrained economic growth that Asia is moving into. The book uses strong analytics to refute certain conventional thoughts about Asia and China, and instigates thinking outside the box. 44 PRINCIPLES OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP Ab Aziz Yusof, Selvan Perumal, and Faizuniah Pangil Entrepreneurship is now the driving force behind economic growth and rejuvenation all across the globe. It is a new field that involves many models, theories, and concepts that have not been explored. However, this discipline continues to grow and attract the interest of various types of society. Principles of Entrepreneurship provides valuable knowledge in the field of entrepreneurship. It addresses the need for entrepreneurship in managing businesses. It highlights how entrepreneurs deal with the various challenges that are ever present in this current digital and globalization era. Entrepreneurs who follow and adapt the principles of entrepreneurs, will be able to identify their strengths and weaknesses as well as find ways to improve and enhance their businesses. Through creative thinking and the sheer determination to succeed, these entrepreneurs are willing to take risks and face unpredictable and uncertain challenges. They will be able to transform these challenges into business opportunities. Therefore, this courageous spirit gives them the confidence to be on the lookout for more opportunities. About the Authors Ab Aziz Yusof is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Social and Human Development, Universiti Utara Malaysia. He received his Master of Art in Human Resource Management from the University of Hull, UK. He has written several books and has published widely in international and national journals. Selvan Perumal is a lecturer in Marketing at the Faculty of Malaysia, Universiti Utara Malaysia. He received his MBA (Gold Medallist) from Universiti Utara Malaysia. He is a frequent presenter at local and international seminars, and has published articles in several journals. Faizuniah Pangil is a lecturer at the Faculty of Social and Human Development, Universiti Utara Malaysia. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin and received her MBA from the University of Missouri. She has written a couple of books and presented papers at seminars and conferences. ISBN: 983-3205-12-7 2005, Paper, 272 pages key ingredient for anyone who needs to develop a company plan, marketing plan, and financial plan. Successful Business Planning in 30 Days is also supported by online materials for readers and educators available at its companion website, www.bp30.com. About the Author Peter J Patsula has been a successful educator for over 16 years in Asia, Africa, and North America. In 1997, he created www.smallbusinesstown.com, a site dedicated to helping entrepreneurs. This site now features a network of over 20 business-related sites. Peter has also published The Entrepreneur’s Guidebook Series TM , a collection of 91 electronic business guides. Currently, Peter is lecturing in Singapore, and completing a doctorate in Information and Communication, with a specialization in cognitive psychology and information design. ISBN: 981-244-732-6 2004, Paper, 384 pages 45 SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS PLANNING IN 30 DAYS A Step-By-Step Guide For Writing a Business Plan and Starting Your Own Business Third Edition Peter J Patsula Now in a newly updated and expanded third edition, Successful Business Planning in 30 Days is a concise, reader- friendly guide that contains all the information needed to craft a comprehensive business plan for any type of entrepreneurial activity within a 30-day time frame. It provides step-by-step procedures as well as hundreds of company startup and operating strategies. There is even a section showing you how to create a mini- “one day business plan” in a single afternoon to give any current ideas you have a needed focus when time is of essence. Revised with international readers in mind, this new edition also offers more than 200 educational and motivational quotations, as well as 33 profit tips and 11 entrepreneurial success stories from around the globe. Enhanced with more than 100 time-saving checklists and worksheets, a sample business plan, and over 150 sample paragraphs to help you with the language of business, this guide is a 46 THE MAKINGS OF AN ASIAN ENTREPRENEUR Kenny Yap This book was written with the intent of having the chapters read independently, so that readers could choose to start at any chapter they like. Kenny The Fish gives an honest account of how the Yap family survived many setbacks, overcoming their problems together and became more united as one family. Kenny shares his many experiences in running a family business that has spanned over 12 years. Kenny’s greatest challenge in writing this book was the chapter, Striking a Balance, an art that requires much logic and practice. Our whole life is about balancing things – once they become more balanced, life would be easier. Kenny talks about networking to succeed – the fact that no school teaches networking but sometimes, it is not what you know, but who you know. People learn from one another in order to progress but we can learn from other species too, especially fishes. The brilliant use of different types of fishes to describe life and business philosophies in general, coupled with Kenny’s 10 candid and interesting Fishy Quotes, make this book an inspirational and enjoyable read. About the Author Kenny Yap Kim Lee (The Fish) is the Executive Chairman and Managing Director of Qian Hu Corporation Ltd, the only integrated ornamental fish service provider on the main board of the Singapore Exchange. He holds a First Class (Hons) degree in Business Administration from Ohio State University (US). He has won several awards, including Ernst & Young’s Service Entrepreneur of the Year in 2003, Yazhou Zhoukan’s Young Chinese Entrepreneur in 2002, the PSB/International Institute of Management’s International Management Action Award in 2000, and the Singapore Youth Award in 1998. He was also named one of the 50 Stars of Asia by BusinessWeek in 2001. ISBN: 981-244-683-4 2004, Paper, 120 pages 47 ISBN 981-2445-07-2, 2003, Paper, 160 pages CLUELESS IN STARTING A BUSINESS May Lwin, Adam Khoo, and Jim Aitchison This book in the Clueless series is a basic guide to would-be entrepreneurs, providing both the information and inspiration that is needed, answering all the most common questions, and outlining the opportunities and pitfalls in starting a business. Also available in this series: · Clueless in Advertising · Clueless in Banking and Finance · Clueless in Marketing Communications · Clueless in Public Relations ISBN: 0-13-035161-X 2002, Paper, 112 pages BUDDING IDEAS AT WORK A Practical Handbook to Get Entrepreneurs Started H C Matthew Sim and Wee Keng Neo, Lynda This is an easy-to-read yet comprehensive handbook to help put budding ideas to work and turn them into business reality. The topics are addressed in a systematic way, starting from the macro issues and ending with the micro operational tasks in starting and managing a business. Written by local authors with vast industry networks, this book serves to promote entrepreneurship by helping keen readers get started on their business journey with enhanced success through the simple step-by-step guide and ready-to-use templates. ISBN: 981-4096-24-5 2001, Paper, 88 pages DARE TO DREAM Successful Entrepreneurs Made in Singapore Tan Ju Kuang The first section of this book profiles 16 members of the Singapore chapter of the Young Entrepreneurs’ Organization (YEO). The second section provides insights into business-specific issues like marketing, finance, operations, and human resources through the eyes of these experienced individuals. For Sale in Singapore and Malaysia only 48 ISBN: 0-13-324765-1 1995, Paper, 232 pages ENTREPRENEURSHIP A Wealth-Creation and Value-Adding Process Raymond W Y Kao This book attempts to answer the question: What is entrepreneurship and who are entrepreneurs? Entrepreneurship is not just about making money; it can be applied to all human endeavors. It is a way of life: how to think positively even in the most negative environment, how to spot opportunities even in apparently unsolvable situations, and how to appreciate the real meaning of profit and its impact on society and the environment. ISBN: 0-13-032896-0 2001, Paper, 392 pages ISBN: 981-4024-26-0 1999, Paper, 192 pages GRIT SUCCESS Stories of Millionaires in Our Neighbourhood Susan Long This a useful book on making your first million against the odds. It traces the rocky starts of 21 of Singapore’s top entrepreneurs, IPO kings, and professionals. It details how they overcame everything from troubled backgrounds, lack of education, bankruptcy, bad marriages, and retrenchment to sniff at last – success. It explores their success route, management style, business models, and heroes. It delves into how these people managed to actualize their dreams, maintain street cred, and still stay true to their childhood promises. There are helpful how-to boxes with checklists of what you need to run your own show and how to reach your business goals. The tales are gritty and witty, at times hilarious, at other times irreverent, but always astute and on the money. ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT IN ASIA Raymond Kao and Tan Wee Liang This book takes the reader through an enterprise’s various stages: from incubation/start-up to development to growth and expansion to finally becoming an adult enterprise. It discusses cash flow, the building of valuable assets, financial management, market development, and stock market listings. It is thus able to guide venture managers to develop the venture’s growth potentials. It includes development happenings from Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Hong Kong, and others in the region. For instructors: Instructor’s Manual ISBN: 0-13-046545-3, 2003, Paper, 192 pages TECHNOPRENEURSHIP The Successful Entrepreneur in the New Economy Daniel Mankani This book talks about the opportunities that are out there for budding technopreneurs and how to go about asking the right questions to enable you to become a successful technopreneur. It also provides insights into the role that society plays in technopreneurship development. 49 ISBN: 981-4119-80-6 2002, Paper, 168 pages GRIT SUCCESS II The Guts Behind Singapore’s Top Entrepreneurs Susan Long This second volume details the shaky starts of 20 of Singapore’s most prominent entrepreneurs – how they overcame near bankruptcy, recessions, hostile takeovers, retrenchment, and lack of education to build up wildly successful businesses. It explores the dreams that fuelled them, the rocks on their path to success, their business models, their personal heroes, and who they really do it all for. ISBN: 0-13-454661-X 1994, Paper, 448 pages STEPPING OUT The Making of Chinese Entrepreneurs Chan Kwok Bun and Claire Chiang This book offers a vivid character sketch of the Chinese entrepreneur. It looks at the entrepreneur not from the vantage points of market planning and business calculus but from his own developmental complex of factors within and outside himself. It is a study of the impact of personal values on economic behaviors in the once “brave new world” of the migrants. 50 ISBN: 0-13-067616-0 2002, Paper, 320 pages THE DYNAMICS OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP Growth and Strategy Edited by Tan Wee Liang This book is a compilation of insights into aspects of entrepreneurship and their dynamics. The insights address challenges in the start-up phase through to the development, growth, and expansion phases of an enterprise. There are also insights into family businesses and how to cope with difficult issues like leadership succession. Tapping the expertise of experts in the field, it includes accounts of entrepreneurship development in the US, ASEAN, China, and India. Another key feature is the discussion on how organizations can be entrepreneurial – the operating requirements, the visionaries required, and the models that have been applied. EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS IN SINGAPORE Fourth Edition Tan Chwee Huat During the past two decades, several books discussing issues related to employment relations in Singapore have been written. But, most of them deal with only one or two specific topics. This book covers all the major issues in employment relations in Singapore using a tripartite model based on Dunlop’s conceptual framework. It is written mainly for students who need to know the basic issues in employment relations. Human resource managers, trade unionists, trainers, and public administrators will also find it a useful reference. The book discusses important issues such as the main participants in the tripartite system, main employment laws, collective bargaining, wage reform, flexible wage system and wage negotiation, the impact of recession, productivity and quality management, skills and employability, and employment relations in Southeast Asian countries. This new edition has also seen the inclusion of the Code of Responsible Employment Practices, SARS relief package, the Tripartite Guidelines on Managing Excess Manpower, and the Tripartite Taskforce on Wage Restructuring. About the Author Tan Chwee Huat is a Professorial Fellow at the NUS Business School, National University of Singapore. He is Chairman of the Academic Board of the Singapore Human Resources Institute and an external examiner of the Ong Teng Cheong Institute of Labour Studies, NTUC. HE has written or co-written several books such as Human Resource Management in Asia (Third Edition), Management of Business (Sixth Edition), and Human Resource Management (Second Edition). ISBN: 981-244-640-0 2004, Paper, 408 pages 51 For instructors: Instructor’s Manual Powerpoint Slides . has written a couple of books and presented papers at seminars and conferences. ISBN: 983-32 05- 12-7 20 05, Paper, 272 pages key ingredient for anyone who needs to develop a company plan, marketing. Youth Award in 1998. He was also named one of the 50 Stars of Asia by BusinessWeek in 2001. ISBN: 981-244-683-4 2004, Paper, 120 pages 47 ISBN 981-24 45- 07-2, 2003, Paper, 160 pages CLUELESS IN STARTING. of these experienced individuals. For Sale in Singapore and Malaysia only 48 ISBN: 0-13-3247 65- 1 19 95, Paper, 232 pages ENTREPRENEURSHIP A Wealth-Creation and Value-Adding Process Raymond W Y