Management Consulting (BFT 511/3)

Human resources are one of the most central strategic assets in the consultancy industry, ensuring competitive advantage and organizational success. Due to this important issue, access to hr-related information is relatively restricted. This book presents insider reports from high-profile international consultancies which allow practitioners, scholars and graduates to gain an authentic insight into the people management in business consulting. Additionally to the overview of existing hr systems, the book provides details of practices dealing with issues such as value oriented corporate culture, gender diversity management, employability, leadership development, knowledge management and employer branding.

The Consulting Services Manual explains World Bank Policy Guidelines for the Employment and Use of Consultants by Bank Borrowers, and describes the correct use of the World Bank Standard Request for Proposals including the Standard Contracts. The manual also provides comprehensive advice to Bank Borrowers, consultants and Bank staff on the application of sound practices and correct procedures when dealing with consultants, consistent with considerations of quality, efficiency and economy, fair competition, transparency, and participation of national consultants in Bank funded consulting services assignments.

The concept of the "internal consultant" is now gaining considerable ground as managers in support functions seek to redefine their role and effectiveness. The emphasis that it places on moving from a "colleague" to a "client" perspective within the business can bring major benefits to both adviser and organisation. This book provides... ... a practical understanding of the skills required to become a high-performance internal consultant, whatever your own area of expertise. It will help you: develop stronger, more productive working relationships with internal clients secure greater internal client commitment to initiatives and change projects work effectively in a less formal and hierarchical way on projects and initiatives market your services and build powerful internal networks enhance yoru own worth and value to the organisation Who should read this book? All managers working in support functions, such as HR, audit, training, personnel and IT, as well as areas such as finance and marketing.

Intended for consultants, speakers, and other professional services providers, Million Dollar Consulting® Proposals ends forever the time-consuming and often frustrating process of writing a consulting proposal. It begins with the basics—defining these proposals and why they are necessary—and coaches you through the entire proposal process. In this book, you'll learn how to establish outcome-based business objectives and maximize your success and commensurate fees.

From bestselling author Alan Weiss, Million Dollar Consulting Proposals delivers step-by-step guidance on the essential element in creating a million dollar consultancy.

Outlines the nine key components to a Million Dollar Consulting proposal structure
Presents a dozen Golden Rules for presenting proposals
Offers online samples, forms, and templates to maximize the effectiveness of these tools
The New York Post calls bestselling author Alan Weiss "one of the most highly regarded independent consultants in America."

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