The Gaming Industry: Introduction and Perspectives

By UNLV International Gaming Inst and University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV)

Book Overview

An authoritative introduction to the world of professional gamingand casino management, from the authorities on the subject, thefaculty of the UNLV International Gaming Institute: Vincent H.Eade, Director David J. Christianson, Dean William F. HarrahCollege of Hotel Administration

Contributing faculty members: Frank D. Borsenik Leslie E.Cummings Robert J. Martin John T. Bowen Bernhardt Fried AndrewNazarechuk Pearl Brewer Zheng Gu John M. Stefanelli Anthony N.Cabot Jim Kilby

This is the book for anyone interested in pursuing or advancinga career in the gaming or casino industry, the ideal reference forhospitality students as well as professionals. Completelyup-to-date and reflecting current academic and technological trendsin the field, as well as the legislative developments permittinggambling casinos in almost every state, The Gaming Industry:
* Covers the historical background and regulatory aspects ofgaming
* Explores all facets of casino operations--from food andbeverages to cage operations, auditing, marketing, andreporting
* Examines the mathematics and utility analysis of gaming, including all newly introduced technologies and related practicesfor gaming and casino operations
* And much more...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0471129275
• ISBN13: 9780471129271
• Release Date: May 1996
• Publisher: Wiley
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 1.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.5" x 9.7"

Customer Reviews

Fantastic Book

I read this book, along with "Casino Operations Management" by Kilby, Fox, and Lucas. Both books were EXTREMELY helpful. They both start by assuming you know nothing about the gaming industry. They then show you the history and the evolution of the industry and then take you under the covers to show you the hows and whys of casino management and its decisions. I would HIGHLY recommend both books to anyone looking to gain insight into this fascinating industry.