Ama Management Digest

Abstract: The handbook presents the functional interrelationships of management processes as a practical aid to the application of management theory. The goal was to assemble a body of factual information that would constitute a solid foundation for management practices. Each of the major line and staff disciplines - research and development, manufacturing, finance, personnel, administrative services and marketing are covered.

This resource is written by over 200 contributors from the world's top organizations. The topics covered include finance, marketing, research and development, manufacturing, information systems and human resources.

Volume 33 accompanied by supplement.

Based on the set of managerial competencies specially developed by the American Management Association for a new core management curriculum, The AMA Guide to Management Developmentprovides readers with a comprehensive understanding of how to continually develop managers throughout their entire organization. The book considers every factor important in management development, and features in-depth information on topics including: • The five major categories of competencies, including business knowledge and the ability to lead and manage change and innovation • The specific skills needed, including communication skills and people management skills • Alternative methods organizations may use to develop managers, including different types of training and evaluation of learning effectiveness Management development is a crucial task for every enterprise. This book gives readers the guidance they need to make sure that both current and future managers have the abilities their organizations need to prosper.