Management, 15th edition

Published by Pearson (July 3, 2020) © 2021

  • Mary A. Coulter Missouri State University
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Title overview

Management vividly illustrates effective management theories by incorporating the perspectives of real-life managers. Through examples, cases and hands-on exercises, you get to experience management in “action” and see how the concepts you're reading about work in today's dynamic business world.

The 15th Edition of this best-selling text has a renewed focus on job-relevant skills. It also features updated research, discussion and exhibits on current issues such as the “Me-too” movement and the widespread impact of social media. With this text, you'll develop the specific skills that today's employers are looking for and be better prepared to enter the workforce.

Table of contents

PART 1: INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT
1. Managers and You in the Workplace
Management History Module
2. Making Decisions
Part 1: Management Practice

PART 2: BASICS OF MANAGING IN TODAY'S WORKPLACE
3. Influence of the External Environment and the Organization's Culture
4. Managing in a Global Environment
5. Managing Diversity
6. Managing Social Responsibility and Ethics
7. Managing Change and Disruptive Innovation
Part 2: Management Practice

PART 3: PLANNING
8. Foundations of Planning
9. Managing Strategy
10. Entrepreneurial Ventures
Part 3: Management Practice

PART 4: ORGANIZING
11. Designing Organizational Structure
12. Managing Human Resources
13. Managing Groups and Teams
Part 4: Management Practice

PART 5: LEADING
14. Managing Communication
15. Understanding and Managing Individual Behavior
16. Motivating Employees
17. Being an Effective Leader
Part 5: Management Practice

PART 6: CONTROLLING
18. Controlling People and Operations
Planning and Control Techniques Module
Managing Operations Module
Part 6: Management Practice

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