Relational Methodologies and Epistemology in Economics and Management Sciences
Relational Methodologies and Epistemology in Economics and Management Sciences

Author: Biggiero, Lucio

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2016-01-18

Total Pages: 508

ISBN-13: 1466697717

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The social sciences, especially economics, management, and organizational science, are experiencing a tremendous renewed interest for their epistemological and methodological statutes, as witnessed by the many books and specialized journals established during the last two decades. Relational Methodologies and Epistemology in the Economics and Management Sciences identifies and presents the four main network-based methodologies including network analysis, Boolean network simulation modeling, artificial neural network simulation modeling, and agent-based simulation modeling in addition to their conceptual-epistemological implications and concrete applications within the social and natural sciences. Featuring a critical assessment of relational methodologies and their practical applications, this timely publication is ideal for use by corporate R&D departments, researchers, theorists, and graduate-level students.

Relational Methodologies and Epistemology in Economics and Management Sciences
Relational Methodologies and Epistemology in Economics and Management Sciences

Author: Lucio Biggiero

Publisher: Information Science Reference

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781466697720

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The social sciences, especially economics, management, and organizational science, are experiencing a tremendous renewed interest for their epistemological and methodological statutes, as witnessed by the many books and specialized journals established during the last two decades. Relational Methodologies and Epistemology in the Economics and Management Sciences identifies and presents the four main network-based methodologies including network analysis, Boolean network simulation modeling, artificial neural network simulation modeling, and agent-based simulation modeling in addition to their conceptual-epistemological implications and concrete applications within the social and natural sciences. Featuring a critical assessment of relational methodologies and their practical applications, this timely publication is ideal for use by corporate R&D departments, researchers, theorists, and graduate-level students.

International Business: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
International Business: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications

Author: Management Association, Information Resources

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2016-03-17

Total Pages: 2441

ISBN-13: 1466698152

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Business transactions and partnerships across borders have become easier than ever due to globalization and global digital connectivity. As part of this shift in the business sphere, managers, executives, and strategists across industries must acclimate themselves with the challenges and opportunities for conducting business globally. International Business: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications presents the latest research innovations focusing on cross-cultural communications and training, international relations, multinational enterprises, outsourcing, international business strategies, and competitive advantage in the global marketplace. This publication is an exhaustive multi-volume work essential to academic and corporate libraries who serve researchers, scholars, business executives and professionals, and graduate-level business students.

Handbook of Research on Social Entrepreneurship and Solidarity Economics
Handbook of Research on Social Entrepreneurship and Solidarity Economics

Author: Saiz-Álvarez, José Manuel

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2016-05-19

Total Pages: 635

ISBN-13: 1522500987

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Education programs in social entrepreneurship helps to create and fill jobs devoted to developing the local economy, which has become a dual transfer strategy by which a virtuous circle occurs between a retrofitted educational system based on social entrepreneurship, and vocational students who are highly entrepreneurial. The Handbook of Research on Social Entrepreneurship and Solidarity Economics focuses on practical experience and theoretical models for popularizing the concept of social entrepreneurship as a critical element of economic growth. Emphasizing the ways in which social entrepreneurship benefits developing regions, small and medium enterprises, and low-income communities, this handbook of research is a pivotal reference source for professionals, academics, and graduate-level students in the fields of economics, business administration, sociology, education, politics, and international relations.

Deep Learning and Neural Networks: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Deep Learning and Neural Networks: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications

Author: Management Association, Information Resources

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2019-10-11

Total Pages: 1707

ISBN-13: 1799804151

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Due to the growing use of web applications and communication devices, the use of data has increased throughout various industries. It is necessary to develop new techniques for managing data in order to ensure adequate usage. Deep learning, a subset of artificial intelligence and machine learning, has been recognized in various real-world applications such as computer vision, image processing, and pattern recognition. The deep learning approach has opened new opportunities that can make such real-life applications and tasks easier and more efficient. Deep Learning and Neural Networks: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications is a vital reference source that trends in data analytics and potential technologies that will facilitate insight in various domains of science, industry, business, and consumer applications. It also explores the latest concepts, algorithms, and techniques of deep learning and data mining and analysis. Highlighting a range of topics such as natural language processing, predictive analytics, and deep neural networks, this multi-volume book is ideally designed for computer engineers, software developers, IT professionals, academicians, researchers, and upper-level students seeking current research on the latest trends in the field of deep learning.

Economics and Political Implications of International Financial Reporting Standards
Economics and Political Implications of International Financial Reporting Standards

Author: Uchenna, Efobi

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2016-03-08

Total Pages: 434

ISBN-13: 1466698772

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International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) are internationally-recognized financial reporting guidelines regulated by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) to ensure that uniformity exists in the global financial system. In addition to regulating financial reporting, the adoption of IRFS has been shown to impact the flow of foreign capital and trade. Economics and Political Implications of International Financial Reporting Standards focuses on the consequences and determinants of the adoption of the International Financial Reporting Standard (IFRS), which has remained a top issue in International Accounting. This timely publication brings to the forefront issues related to the political and economic influences and impacts of IFRS in addition to providing a platform for further research in this area. Policy makers, academics, researchers, graduate-level students, and professionals across the fields of management, economics, finance, international relations, and political science will find this publication pertinent to furthering their understanding of financial reporting at the global level.

Economic Modeling, Analysis, and Policy for Sustainability
Economic Modeling, Analysis, and Policy for Sustainability

Author: Goswami, Anandajit

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2016-04-19

Total Pages: 407

ISBN-13: 1522500952

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As the global economy continues to grow and change, issues concerning sustainability practices have become more prevalent. The implementation of efficient sustainability procedures offers significant assistance in the development of modern economies. Economic Modeling, Analysis, and Policy for Sustainability focuses on interdisciplinary perspectives concerning the social, environmental, and economic spheres of sustainability science. Emphasizing economic models, as well as mitigation policies and practices from various regions of the world, this book is a pivotal reference source for researchers, policy makers, government officials, and corporate leaders.

Nature-Inspired Computing: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Nature-Inspired Computing: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications

Author: Management Association, Information Resources

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2016-07-26

Total Pages: 1810

ISBN-13: 1522507892

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As technology continues to become more sophisticated, mimicking natural processes and phenomena also becomes more of a reality. Continued research in the field of natural computing enables an understanding of the world around us, in addition to opportunities for man-made computing to mirror the natural processes and systems that have existed for centuries. Nature-Inspired Computing: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications takes an interdisciplinary approach to the topic of natural computing, including emerging technologies being developed for the purpose of simulating natural phenomena, applications across industries, and the future outlook of biologically and nature-inspired technologies. Emphasizing critical research in a comprehensive multi-volume set, this publication is designed for use by IT professionals, researchers, and graduate students studying intelligent computing.

Handbook of Research on Global Indicators of Economic and Political Convergence
Handbook of Research on Global Indicators of Economic and Political Convergence

Author: Das, Ramesh Chandra

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2016-07-27

Total Pages: 647

ISBN-13: 1522502165

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The development of a nation can be influenced by a wide range of factors. In the modern era of globalization, under-developed countries must strive to catch up to developed nations and establish themselves in the global market. The Handbook of Research on Global Indicators of Economic and Political Convergence is a pivotal reference source for the latest scholarly research on social, political, and environmental variables that affect the ability of developing countries to reach an equal standing in the global economy. Highlighting theoretical foundations, critical analyses, and real-world perspectives, this book is ideally designed for researchers, analysts, professionals, and upper-level students interested in emerging convergence and divergence trends in modern countries.