Essentials of Management

Focus on the fundamental principles and practices of effective management most important for success in business today with DuBrin's comprehensive, yet concise, ESSENTIALS OF MANAGEMENT, 9E. This brief edition offers a solid introduction for new managers or an in-depth review of core concepts and the latest research and applications for working professionals. Concise, complete treatment translates the latest research, theories, and management experiences into actual practice while addressing emerging issues, such as sustainability and environmental concerns, management in difficult times, employee morale, diverse workforces, and teamwork. Ethics, personal productivity, the latest information technology, and decision making are also included. Compelling examples show how to apply principles in a wide variety of business settings, while new skill-building features and self-assessments help readers refine the managerial, interpersonal, and technical skills necessary for career success.

This introductory textbook covers planning, organizing, leading, controlling, and personal effectiveness. Organized according to a functional approach, these topics are placed within an overall framework connecting theory to the processes of successful management and applying them in a variety of settings, including large, medium, and small organizations, for-profit businesses, and non-profits. DuBrin teaches management at the Rochester Institute of Technology. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Andrew J. DuBrin is Professor Emeritus of Management in the College of Business at Rochester Institute of Technology, where he has taught courses in Organizational Behavior, Career Development, and Leadership in Organizations. He received his Ph.D. in Industrial Psychology from Michigan State University. Dr. DuBrin is an experienced industrial and organizational psychologist who specializes in career development, self-help, and leadership development. He has served as a Psychological Consultant to many corporations, organizations, and individuals and has led seminars on management issues. He has also published more than 40 texts and trade books, as well as numerous articles in prominent journals.