Practical action publishing dez 2003 (7 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The success of any venture, whatever its size, depends on proper financial control. This book offers a step-by-step guide to basic accounting and financial management techniques. It is written in plain language for people who have no previous experience of accounting and book-keeping. Using simple case-studies the author shows how to: construct a budget and cash-flow forecast record and control cash payments, draw up an analysed cash book and a receipts and payments account, operate a bank account, prepare a budget and actual statement. In this second edition of the best-selling book, first published in 1992, each section is followed by summaries of key points and activities to practise the material covered. Solutions are also included. The systems described are not specific to development programmes. This book should be useful to any small group which needs to keep accurate records of its financial transactions.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This second edition of the classic title on practical energy provision for isolated houses and remote locations has now been updated with a new chapter. Pumps as Turbine is a practical handbook for engineers and technicians involved in designing and installing small water-power schemes.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Modern' or 'new paradigm' microfinancial services are reaching perhaps as many as twenty million people worldwide. These services are being provided by existing banks which have added microfinance to their product portfolio, by specialized microfinance institutions (MFIs) and by non-governmental organization (NGOs) which offer microfinance along with other services. This training manual is designed to meet the needs of those who train staff for banks, MFIs and NGOs. It will enable them to provide effective training for those who work, or may in the future work, in the field of microfinance. Practical Microfinance provides detailed step-by-step descriptions for twenty-two sessions which together offer a complete 5 to 10 day course on microfinance. The sessions cover a wide range of topics including: introduction to financial accounts; undertaking field visits; analysis of MFIs; group and individual lending; micro-insurance and micro-savings; and measuring the impact of microfinance. An introductory chapter includes advice on how to use the material in the book and a list of recommended resources and full index are provided for ease of reference.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The book is aimed both at HIV/AIDS workers who are interested in NGO programmes, and about NGO workers who want to explore what NGOs can do to mitigate the impact of HIV/AIDS.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Focusing chiefly on point supplies such as wells, boreholes, springs and rainwater catchment systems, the book also introduces the reader to powered pumps, water treatment and piped distribution systems. The subject of water supply is vast and this handy book shows the reader where to begin in designing water supply systems.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This book shows how unified urban sanitation planning is a vital weapon in the war against disease and as a text for infrastructure planning courses. It goes beyond simplistic formulae to suggest ways in which formal plans, market forces and actions at the local level can be brought together to provide a viable response to sanitation problems.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This completely revised and expanded second edition is the essential reference guide for all those involved in food processing on a small- or medium-scale. Extensively illustrated, clearly laid out and easy to use. A vital reference tool for business advisers and trainers, development workers and food processing.…