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The library collects books to support your studies. More recently we are purchasing mainly eBooks. This page presents three main categories of books: New Books, Prescribed Textbooks and Reference Books.
You can find books in the library by using uKwazi. The video below will guide you on how to search for books and articles on uKwazi.
Ebooks can be accessed by clicking on the relevant link on uKwazi. Physical books are shelved according to the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) System and Industrial Psychology books are mainly located on Level 7 and Level 11 of the main library on the following subject categories and DDC numbers:
| SUBJECT CATEGORY |
DDC NO. |
| Industrial Psychology | Level 11; 158.7 |
| Industrial Psychology | Level 5 Short Loans; 158.7 |
| Human Resources |
Level 7; 658.3 |
| Human Resources | Level 5 Short Loans; 658 |
We have recently added a few new book titles to our collection. Make sure to check this page regularly to discover fresh and exciting titles that have been added. Stay updated with the latest additions to our collection!
Human resource management : gaining a competitive advantage
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Human Resource Management: Gaining a Competitive Advantage 12e offers comprehensive coverage of HRM concepts that teach students how to strategically overcome challenges and gain competitive advantage in the workplace. Based on the authors’ diverse research, teaching and consulting experiences, this product has incredibly strong depth and breadth that is current in research and practice simply not found in other texts.
Behavioural Finance
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This unique volume presents new original research exploring factors that lead to investors behavioral biases. It discusses how features such as professionalism, sophistication, gender, media, and culture influence investors' decision-making in general, and in particular, how they generate (or limit) behavioral and cognitive biases. The effects of these factors on capital markets are also discussed. The book is based on the discussions and presentations at the First Israel Behavioral Finance Conference, which took place in Tel Aviv in May 2015. It examines in greater detail some of the key issues discussed at the conference.This is an innovative book in behavioral finance: it is the first to present an extensive collection of papers which discuss a comprehensive array of factors that influence or define investor character and analyzes these factors' effects on financial markets. The book is useful for readers interested in understanding the factors that influence investors' profiles and thus their behavioral biases. The book will be of great interest to researchers and students seeking a reference book which contains timely research on these areas of behavioral finance.
Leadership
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Examine the keys to leadership success with the practical, skill-building approach found in DuBrin's LEADERSHIP: RESEARCH FINDINGS, PRACTICE AND SKILLS, 10E. This edition balances current research and theories with the latest applications from successful practitioners in today's business world. New and updated, popular self-assessment quizzes and the latest skill-building exercises help you inventory and strengthen your own leadership qualities and personal competencies. An engaging narrative highlights stories of leadership in familiar companies, such as UPS, Best Buy, Salesforce, Kohl�s and GM. This edition provides more opportunities than any other book of its kind to apply the principles you've just learned in cases and experiential exercises. MindTap digital resources are also available to help you refine your knowledge and leadership skills as you develop the confidence to become an effective leader.
Organisational psychology : an essential guide
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Organisational Psychology offers an accessible, engaging and practical introduction to this fascinating discipline. It explores the latest thinking, reveals surprising truths about the way we work, and explains how to craft a successful and fulfilling career in the field.
The following are prescribed textbooks for your subject. However, please note that it is essential to refer to your course outline or consult with your lecturer to ensure accuracy regarding the exact prescribed texts for your specific course or level of study.
Introduction to work psychology
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Human resource management
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"Human Resource Management 11e is an engaging textbook aimed at undergraduate Human Resource students. The textbook serves as a leading text for students, and a best practice guide for HR professionals and managers. It aligns theory and practice in an accessible manner, with many examples from a South African perspective. The textbook continues to document evolving human resource theory, particularly drawing attention to the growing importance of HR as a strategic business partner and change agent. It discusses the impact of the current, often disruptive, external environment on organisations, including the impact of 4IR, Covid-19 and the increased prevalence of remote working."-- Publisher's description
Careers : an organisational perspective
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Careers: An Organisational Perspective is a market-leading textbook on careers in the modern organisational context. The sixth edition reflects the most recent research and trends on the new unfolding nature of careers in the fast-emerging digital-era employment environment.
The psychology of work and organisations
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Organisational behaviour : a contemporary South African perspective
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"Explores the expectations that organisations and employees have of each other. It addresses contemporary issues related to business ethics, systems, psychodynamics, engagement, performance excellence, changing communication technology, transformational and authentic leadership, diversity and globalisation. It contains encounters, discussion questions, practical exercises and case studies to stimulate self-study, debate and reflective thinking."
We have curated a selection of key reference books in our collection for this subject.
Reference books, also known as reference materials or resources, are specialized publications that provide concise and reliable information on specific subjects. They are designed to be consulted for quick reference, providing factual details, definitions, explanations, and summaries. Reference books often cover a wide range of topics and are typically organized in alphabetical order or by subject for easy access. Examples of reference books include dictionaries, encyclopedias, atlases, almanacs, handbooks, and directories.
International Review of Industrial and Organizational Psychology 1999, Volume 14
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The fourteenth in a series of annual volumes that provides authoritative reviews in the field of industrial and organizational psychology, this volume provides coverage of emergent issues such as personnel selection methods, system safety and control, well-being in the workplace, and more. The issue of work performance is given particular attention in this volume with chapters on work performance, organizational citizenship, and conflict and performance in groups and organizations.
Historical Perspectives in Industrial and Organizational Psychology
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This unique book is the first to contain a comprehensive history of industrial and organizational psychology, covering numerous topics in the discipline. The history presented offers various perspectives, including the contributions of individuals, organizations, and contextual or situational forces, as well as an international viewpoint. The authors, all highly regarded experts in their respective topics, use a range of approaches to examine history, demonstrating to readers that there are multiple ways to understand history. This volume will be of interest to industrial and organizational psychologists, business and management academics and professionals, historians of psychology, business, science and science and technology, undergraduate, and graduate students.
Encyclopedia of Industrial and Organizational Psychology
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With more than 400 entries, the Encyclopedia of Industrial and Organizational Psychology presents a thorough overview of the cross-disciplinary field of industrial and organizational psychology for students, researchers, and professionals in the areas of psychology, business, management, and human resources. In two volumes, readers are provided with state-of-the-art research and ready-to-use facts.
The SAGE Handbook of Qualitative Research in Psychology
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The Second Edition of The SAGE Handbook of Qualitative Research in Psychology provides comprehensive coverage of the qualitative methods, strategies, and research issues in psychology. Qualitative research in psychology has been transformed since the first edition's publication. Responding to this evolving field, existing chapters have been updated while three new chapters have been added on Thematic Analysis, Interpretation, and Netnography. With a focus on methodological progress throughout, the chapters are organised into three sections: Section One: Methods Section Two: Perspectives and Techniques Section Three: Applications In the field of psychology and beyond, this handbook will constitute a valuable resource for both experienced qualitative researchers and novices for many years to come.
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