A Handbook of Practicing Anthropology
Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Anthropology
| Author: | ISBN: | 9781118484340 | |
| Publisher: | Wiley | Publication: | January 16, 2013 |
| Imprint: | Wiley-Blackwell | Language: | English |
| Author: | |
| ISBN: | 9781118484340 |
| Publisher: | Wiley |
| Publication: | January 16, 2013 |
| Imprint: | Wiley-Blackwell |
| Language: | English |
An essential career-planning resource, A Handbook of Practicing Anthropology presents a comprehensive account of contemporary anthropological practice written primarily by anthropological practitioners
- Engagingly written and instructive accounts of practice by anthropological professionals working in corporations, governmental, entrepreneurial, and educational settings
- Provides essential guidance on applying anthropological principles on the job: what works well and what must be learned
- Emphasizes the value of collaboration, teamwork, and continuous learning as key elements to success in non-academic careers
- Highlights the range of successful career options for practitioners , describes significant sectors of professional activity, and discusses key issues, concerns, and controversies in the field
- Chapters examine key practice sectors such as freelancing, managing a consulting firm, working for government, non-profits, and corporations, and the domains of health, industry, education, international development, and the military
An essential career-planning resource, A Handbook of Practicing Anthropology presents a comprehensive account of contemporary anthropological practice written primarily by anthropological practitioners
- Engagingly written and instructive accounts of practice by anthropological professionals working in corporations, governmental, entrepreneurial, and educational settings
- Provides essential guidance on applying anthropological principles on the job: what works well and what must be learned
- Emphasizes the value of collaboration, teamwork, and continuous learning as key elements to success in non-academic careers
- Highlights the range of successful career options for practitioners , describes significant sectors of professional activity, and discusses key issues, concerns, and controversies in the field
- Chapters examine key practice sectors such as freelancing, managing a consulting firm, working for government, non-profits, and corporations, and the domains of health, industry, education, international development, and the military
