Management (14th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134527604
Author: Stephen P. Robbins, Mary A. Coulter
Publisher: PEARSON
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In what ways is managing a project different from managing a department or other structured work area? In ways are they the same?
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Management (14th Edition)
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