Management Concepts and Practices

Hannagan introduces students to an unrivalled range of useful models, concepts and techniques.' - Philip McCosker, University College Worcester. "Management, Fourth Edition" provides students with a thorough explanation and exploration of management concepts and practices across all management functions. The inclusion of topics like managerial decision making, finance, ethical and environmental issues, leadership and globalisation, as well as a new chapter on Public Sector Management, helps students to develop a solid understanding of the way that organisations are managed. Written in a straightforward style, the book includes contributions from experts in each field to encourage an appreciation of the most recent ideas and practices, and a travel guide to plan the most effective way to use the book. The features include: review and discussion; questions to test your understanding of each chapter; new case studies and exhibits help you relate the theory to real-life management; glossary, learning outcomes and summary points for easy reference and revision; annotated weblinks and further reading to help you find additional resources quickly. This is an ideal introduction for those studying Business or Management in Further or Higher Education, as well as non-specialists taking an introductory course in Management. Dr. Tim Hannagan has worked in sales and general management for companies in the UK and abroad. He has worked in both the public and private sectors and in further and higher education, including more than ten years as principal and chief executive of a further education corporation and is currently a Visiting Research Fellow at the Open University Business School.