The Theory and Practice of Change Management - Softcover

Hayes, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0333987977 ISBN 13: 9780333987971

Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan, 2002

Synopsis

The Theory and Practice of Change Management provides an examination of the key theoretical perspectives on organizational change. It clearly demonstrates how the various themes can be applied within organizations to deal with the issues arising from organizational change. In-text exercises help students to reflect on their own experiences to explore how the various theories can be practically applied to provide a range of approaches to solve problems associated with change.

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Review

'This book provides an excellent overview of the complex field of change management. Relevant theories are clearly explained and closely linked to practical examples and exercises. Thoroughly recommended.' - Katie Truss, Director of the Centre for Research in Employment, Skills and Society;  Professor of Leadership, HRM and Organization, Faculty of Business and Law, Kingston University, UK
 
'This is an excellent overview to the body of knowledge connected to the theory and management of change. It's enjoyable to read and covers an unexpectedly wide range of material, all within the context of a process model of change.' - Suzanne Pollack, Henley Business School, University of Reading, UK

'A comprehensive core study text suitable for any students of change management or managers who need to know more about the subject. Its excellent literature review, case studies and exercises for each of the topics allow readers to evaluate their own experience in the change management context. I would not hesitate to recommend it as a core text for any of my students.' - Sylvie Jackson, Senior Lecturer in Change Managment and Performance Measurement, Department of Engineering Systems and Management, Cranfield University, UK

'A thoughtful textbook that presents a richly combined view of both theory and practice in managing change.'  - Muayyad Jabri, Associate Professor, School of Business, University of New England, Australia

Book Description

The third edition has been extensively revised to build on existing strengths. It now features an even stronger underlying model, improved signposting and structure and 12 major new case studies

Edition details

• Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0333987977
• ISBN 13: 9780333987971
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 240