Zubin Austin – författare

This is a comprehensive guide to applying research methods to practice problems. It uses case-based examples and activities rooted in practice to support development of knowledge, skills, and confidence in applying evidence-based research methods.

An array of different methodologies and qualitative/quantitative methods are described. Examples of topics include distinction between methodologies and methods, ethics protocols, as well as design/implementation/data analysis/interpretation of findings using methods such as surveys, interviews, focus groups, observational research,? database mining, text and document analysis, quality improvement (PDSA cycles), economic (cost/benefit) evaluations.

Management, Leadership and Entrepreneurship in Pharmacy provides the knowledge, skills and confidence to assume managerial and leadership roles throughout the pharmacy profession, and to unleash full entrepreneurial potential. It brings the principles of managerial sciences to the practice of pharmacy in diverse and modern day settings.The new book is split into four sections, the first focuses on the core concepts that apply to managers, leaders and entrepreneurs including emotional intelligence and conflict management.Section two summarises managerial competencies including traditional topics of inventory management and financial literacy, but also subjects such as workplace design and workflow management.Section three focuses on leadership competencies that transcend day-to-day managerial responsibilities such as leading change and addressing ‘wicked’ problems (such as sustainability).Section four focuses on innovation and entrepreneurship, exploring topics such as the psychology of innovation, business planning and networking.The book contains helpful, supportive examples and useful resources all designed to empower, support and motivate the next generation of managers, leaders and entrepreneurs in pharmacy.