The Supervisory Challenge: Principles and Practices - Softcover

Gibson, Jane Whitney

 
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Synopsis

This new text combines a comprehensive introduction to supervision with readings and a complete study guide all in the same paperback volume. Focusing on practical issues that will be of value to the first-line manager on the job, this text offers thorough coverage of current supervision concepts, ideas and procedures supported by examples from actual organizations. A human relations focus helps students develop an appreciation for the "team leader" management style needed in today's workplace. The readings portion of the text includes a wealth of current articles from literature and research, including "Plain Speaking" by Walter D. St John, and "Meetings with Success" by Norman B.Sigband. The study guide section includes true/false and multiple choice questions, applications exercises, crossword reviews and matching questions. Study guide material is printed on perforated, tear-out pages. Other features of this text include excellent coverage of current issues such as sexual harrassment in the workplace, organizational ethics, and productivity improvement.

Pedagogical features include self-assessment quizzes, end-of-chapter cases, key terms lists, margin notes, and chapter summaries.

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ISBN 10:  0023417927 ISBN 13:  9780023417924
Publisher: Macmillan USA, 1994
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