Fundamentals of management
/ Stephen P. Robbins, San Diego State University, Mary Coulter, Missouri State University, David A. Decenzo, Coastal Carolina University.
- Eleventh edition Global edition
- 551 pages ; illustrations ; 28 sm.
Glossary: p. 535-541. Index: p. 542-551.
Introduction -- Planning -- Organizing -- Leading -- Controlling
That work is divided into three areas of practice: operation (ensuring the smooth and effective running of the organization and engaging with the environment to generate resources), opportunities (taking advantage of open doors and protecting the organization from attack); and organization (shaping the firm's place in society, including managing stakeholder relations, politics, ethical standards, and preparing for the future of work itself-as work changes, the role of the manager changes as well). The book builds on its authors' decades of experience as organizational managers and management professors.