Principles And Practice Of Management

Concept And Mature Of Management 2. Evolution Of Management Thought 3. Management Process 4. Social Responsibility Of Business 5. Coordination 6. Nature And Process Of Planning 7. Method And Types Of Plans 8. Forecasting And Decision-Making 9. Management Information System 10. Organizing Functions 11. Departmentation And Organization Structure 12. Authority And Responsibility 13. Delegation And Decentralisation 14. Organisation Chart And Manual 15. Nature And Scope Of Staffing 16. Training And Development 17. Performance Appraisal And Promotion 18. Direction And Supervision 19. Motivation And Morale 20. Leadership 21. Communication 22. Process Of Control 23. Techniques Of Managerial Control 24. Organisational Conflicts And Grievances 25. Organisational Change 26. Management By Objectives And Workstress 27. Total Quality Management 28. Case Study Method

This comprehensive textbook specifically focuses on building a thorough foundation on management studies by sequentially developing the components and basics of management principles and approach, discussing and analysing the key features and methods of modern management practices, and finally exposing the students to some essential topics on environment management, business ethics, corporate governance, and total quality management for sustainable growth and development of business. Students and practicing professionals in this field will be immensely benefited by the coverage and treatment of the book. Key Features — Based on industry experience with focus on building a strong foundation for management studies, especially in the context of the Indian business environment — Covers critical areas of management like strategic planning, strategic management, supply-chain management, international trade, entrepreneurship and small business management, information management, environment management, business ethics, corporate governance and modern tools for TQM, including cost of poor quality, benchmarking and six-sigma practice — Emphasis on management issues critical to business – organisational culture and leadership, modern HRM, external business environment, ethics of business and corporate governance, and responsibility for natural environment management for sustainable growth — Provides a wider coverage of the interconnected functions, methods, processes, variables, strategies and tools for excellence in business management, including 80-20 rule, Murphy’s Law, 1-10-100 rule of cost management, 360 degree appraisal, JIT, TPM, Kaizen etc.

The book in its tenth edition has been thoroughly restructured and revised. All the chapters of the present edition have been re-written not only to incorporate the latest developments in management but also to make presentation of subject-matter more lucid and crisp. Chapter 3 of the previous edition (Managers and Environment) has been named as Management Challenges and Opportunities in the present edition so that proper focus is put on these issues. Thus, the present edition is ideally suited to management students as well as management practitioners, particularly those who have not gone through formal management education.

First Published in 2009. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Management - Principles and Practices-now in its fifth edition-presents a unique, cutting-edge approach to management. Using his experience as a consultant, executive coach, manager, and college professor, Paul B. Thornton provides a wealth of insight and examples, showing you what you need to do to be an effective manager and leader. He explains concepts in a simple, clear, and concise manner. Each chapter includes several interesting and insightful quotes from world-famous managers and leaders. You'll learn the key management theories and how to apply each concept. Application exercises include case studies, in-basket exercises, discussion questions, self-reflection activities, role-playing, and interviews.

1. Management: An Overview 2. Management Thought 3. Social Responsibilities of Business 4. Planning 5. Decision-Making 6. Organising 7. Direction and Leadership 8. Control 9. Case Studies.

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