HB Publications and Training International

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HB Publications and Training International is expert at developing financial management skills for the public and non-profit sectors. Our services are delivered worldwide through books and e-books; online assessments; self-development materials; online courses; and finance training.

Our Finance Books and eBooks are part of the “Essential Skills for the Public Sector” book series. It is excellent for developing financial management skills for managers, staff and students in the public and non-profit sectors. The books provide:

skills and knowledge
confidence and improved ability in job roles
ideal preparation for interviews
increased promotion prospects
cost effective training and development
an easy to read practical management tool

These finance books and eBooks have been purchased internationally by organisations and individuals wishing to develop their financial management skills and are useful for those studying public sector management and administration courses;

The titles are written by authors Jennifer Bean and Lascelles Hussey, who are experts in their field. Both are Chartered Accountants, with over 30 years of consulting and training experience to organisations and individuals operating in the public and non profit sectors. Jennifer is currently finalising her PhD in public sector financial management.

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Strategic Financial Planning for Public Sector Services
Series: Essential Skills for the Public Sector. Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 20,330. Language: English. Published: March 25, 2019 by HB Publications and Training International. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Public relations
This book is one of a series of books entitled “Essential Skills for the Public Sector”. It promotes the importance of strategic financial planning and how this can have a dramatic impact on financial monitoring and control, as well as assisting the organisation to achieve value for money.
The Public Sector Manager
Series: Essential Skills for the Public Sector. Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 20,000. Language: English. Published: March 25, 2019 by HB Publications and Training International. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Public finance
This book focuses on the skills and knowledge a public sector manager should have, including key attributes; customer focus; management techniques; decision making; value for money; quality service provision; and entrepreneurship.
Marketing Public Sector Services
Series: Essential Skills for the Public Sector. Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 14,400. Language: English. Published: March 25, 2019 by HB Publications and Training International. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Marketing
This book is one of a series of books entitled “Essential Skills for the Public Sector”. It sets out the fundamental principles of marketing and applies them to a public sector context.
Finance for Non-Financial Public Sector Managers
Series: Essential Skills for the Public Sector. Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 15,200. Language: English. Published: March 25, 2019 by HB Publications and Training International. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Public finance
This book is one of a series of books entitled “Essential Skills for the Public Sector”. It is increasingly important for public sector managers to have an understanding of finance to perform their jobs and deliver value for money services.
Costing and Pricing Public Sector Services
Series: Essential Skills for the Public Sector. Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 18,810. Language: English. Published: March 25, 2019 by HB Publications and Training International. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Public finance
The book sets out the process of identifying service costs, establishing unit costs, and cost control, all key activities for ensuring VFM and accountability.
Basic Financial Skills for the Public Sector
Series: Essential Skills for the Public Sector. Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 10,850. Language: English. Published: March 25, 2019 by HB Publications and Training International. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Public finance
This book presents a variety of basic financial calculations ranging from fractions and percentages, using statistics and spreadsheets, to project appraisal techniques.
Quality in the Public Sector
Series: Essential Skills for the Public Sector. Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 13,630. Language: English. Published: March 25, 2019 by HB Publications and Training International. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Public relations
This book is one of a series of books entitled “Essential Skills for the Public Sector”. It sets out ways in which those providing public sector services can clarify what is meant by quality and how quality can be achieved.
Business Planning in the Public Sector
Series: Essential Skills for the Public Sector. Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 14,570. Language: English. Published: April 27, 2018 by HB Publications and Training International. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Strategic planning, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Professional development
This book sets out the process of identifying a clear vision, SMART objectives, strategies and action plans for public sector and not-for-profit organisations. Business planning is an essential process to ensure the long term future viability and sustainability of an organisation.
Managing the Devolved Budget
Series: Essential Skills for the Public Sector. Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 21,260. Language: English. Published: April 25, 2018 by HB Publications and Training International. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Budgeting, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Finance
This book is for all managers and individuals that have, or will have, responsibility for budgets. It covers devolving budgets; preparing budgets; controlling and monitoring budgets; understanding financial information; and the link between management and financial responsibility. The style is easy to read and practical encouraging self-development and continuous improvement.