Acknowledgements

The authors would like to acknowledge the contributions of the Western Sydney University (WSU) Library staff that helped make this open book a reality:

• – Lucy Walton, Scholarly Publishing Consultant
• – Jeffrey W. Har, Digital Publishing Librarian
• – Frank Hill, Copyright Officer

Also, the support and guidance of Fiona Salisbury, Executive Director, WSU Library in moving forward the Western Open Books vision.

Much of this learning material has developed from the expertise and energies of past and present Library Academic Literary Coordinators including Olivia Inwood, current Academic Literacy Coordinator. Also thankful for previous Academic Literacy Coordinators such as Fiona Webber who created some of the lessons and Study Smart content.

We are grateful for academic staff from the School of Business who provided feedback and helped with content and tested draft versions of the book in their teaching learning.

• – Brandon Gordon, Sessional Academic, School of Business
• – Dr Neeru Sharma, Lecturer, School of Business

The authors are grateful for the time provided by our external partners. Local entrepreneurs John Cafferatta, Darcy Street Project and Suzanne Campbell, Vennu graciously shared valuable insights to assist us to develop resources for WSU students.