Judy Holcomb & Abraham Pizam 
International Dictionary of Hospitality Management [PDF ebook] 

The International Dictionary of Hospitality Management is the must have companion for all those working or studying in the field of hospitality management. With over 728 entries, it covers everything you need to know, from a concise definition of back office systems, to management accounting and yield management.
It covers all of the relevant issues in the field of hospitality management from both a sectoral level:
* Lodging
* Restaurants and Food service
* Time-share
* Clubs
* Events
As well as a functional one:
* Accounting and Finance
* Marketing
* Strategic Management
* Human Resources
* Information Technology
* Facilities Management
An abridged version of the successful International Encyclopedia of Hospitality Management, its user friendly layout provides readers with quick and concise answers across this diverse area of industry.