Author : Montgomery Van Wart
Release : 2014-12-18
Genre : Business & Economics
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 306/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Leadership in Public Organizations by : Montgomery Van Wart
Download or read book Leadership in Public Organizations written by Montgomery Van Wart. This book was released on 2014-12-18. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Leadership in Public Organizations is a concise yet comprehensive treatment of public sector leadership for upper division and graduate students. In addition to a full, up-to-date review of leadership theories in the field, it covers the major competency clusters in detail, and provides both the research on each competency and practical guidelines for improvement. These competencies are graphically portrayed in a Leadership Action cycle that aids students in visually connecting theory and practice. Important features of the text include discussion questions and scenarios at the end of each chapter, numerous exhibits, and an easily reproducible leadership assessment instrument. Although designed for course use in a Public Administration program, Leadership in Public Organizations can also serve as a guidebook for professionals seeking insight into the role of successful leadership behavior in public sector management.