Now in its sixth edition, Skills of Management is widely regarded as one of the leading introductions to core business and management skills for both students and professionals.
The thoroughly revised and up-to-date chapters explore the theoretical and practical realities of management using real-life case examples and exercises. Covering both overarching strategic issues, such as defining the manager’s job, priorities and objectives within the organizational context, through to practical issues, such as delegation, communication and training, this definitive text covers the areas of management expertise essential for any modern business and management student.
Features
Covers a range of concepts which will enable students to analyse management problems and develop solution strategies
Practical examples illustrate the link between the theory of management and practice
Numerous short case examples in the text to illustrate and explain key management concepts.
Short case examples and exercises based on real-life situations demonstrate key issues within management
A companion website with additional resources, including articles written by the authors including explanatory tutor notes and PowerPoint presentations