Fundamentals of Management
by Stephen P. Robbins, Mary A. Coulter, David A. DeCenzo
11th Edition
Publisher: Pearson
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9780135175156 |
| eText ISBN | 9780134898797 |
| Publisher | Pearson |
| Publishing Year | 2020 |
| Edition | 11th Edition |
| Language | English |
Fundamentals of Management, 11th Edition, provides a foundational introduction to essential management concepts and the challenges confronting modern organizations. The textbook balances theoretical principles with a realistic examination of what practices succeed or fail in managerial roles.
The volume addresses fundamental responsibilities across planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Readers explore central topics including goal setting, organizational structure, team dynamics, and operational control.
To aid career development, the 2020 edition emphasizes the development of skills sought by contemporary employers. Focused modules introduce historical management roots, quantitative decision tools, and career professionalism.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Managers and Management in Today's Workplace
- • History Module: A Brief History of Management's Roots
Chapter 2: The Management Environment
Chapter 3: Important Managerial Issues
Chapter 4: Making Decisions
- • Quantitative Module: Quantitative Decision-Making Aids
Chapter 5: Planning and Goal Setting
Chapter 6: Managing Change and Innovation
Chapter 7: Managing Entrepreneurial Ventures
Chapter 8: Organizational Structure and Design
Chapter 9: Managing Human Resources and Diversity
- • Career Module: Employability and Professionalism
Chapter 10: Managing Groups and Teams
Chapter 11: Understanding Individual Behavior
Chapter 12: Motivating and Rewarding Employees
Chapter 13: Leadership and Trust
Chapter 14: Managing Organizational and Interpersonal Communication
Chapter 15: Controlling Work and Organizational Processes
- • Controlling Module: Managing Operations
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