Wele to the Business Fundamentals series from Harvard Business School Publishing! 　　The readings ithis collectiowere developed for the MBA and executive programs of Harvard Business School.These programs rely heavily othe case method of instruction, iwhich students analyze and discuss firsthand accounts of actual management situations.Students also learthe fundamentals of what managers do：how they measure performance,make choices,and organize their activities.At Harvard Business School,the fundamentals are oftetaught throuackground notes,which describe business processes,management techniques,and industries.