Management Tutorial

Author: Su Zhaoxin (Compiler)
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Publishing Date: 2005-08-01
Features: Since the establishment of scientific management theory by Taylor, management has gone through nearly a century of development. With the continuous deepening of management practice, management theory has also been continuously deepened and developed. There are numerous works and textbooks that study and interpret the basic theories, content, and methods of management, each with its own strengths. This textbook is compiled to meet the teaching and learning needs of various economic management disciplines in vocational and technical colleges. Its focus is to provide readers with a systematic, concise, easy-to-understand, and highly practical theoretical textbook based on the contemporary context. It aims to elaborate on the connotation, basic functions, and general methods of management from the perspective of general management, reflecting the latest achievements in the forefront of management studies to help readers build a foundational understanding of management. This book has the following features:
1. Concise and Comprehensive. Based on the systematic and complete structure of the discipline, but with limited, the textbook has made certain selections. It primarily introduces and explains basic knowledge without delving into theoretical expansion. It strives to reflect the systematic nature of management theory while showcasing the latest developments in the discipline. The chapter structure and page length of the book are well-aligned with the teaching hours and requirements of vocational and technical colleges, leaving room for students to expand their knowledge through self-study outside of class.
2. Broad Applicability. The fundamental laws, principles, and methods of management activities revealed by management studies are applicable to the management of various organizations. This book adheres to the universality principle of management studies, highlighting the commonalities in the management of general organizations. Even if some theoretical explanations take the management activities of industrial and commercial enterprises as the analytical object, their focus is on introducing systematic knowledge of general management principles, without involving specific business management or specialized management, thus avoiding repetition with other subsequent disciplines, courses, and specialized management subjects.
3. Strong Practicality. This book emphasizes the integration of management theory and practice. In the analysis, it uses language and real-life examples as much as possible, balancing theoretical depth with practicality. Each chapter includes a typical case study, allowing students to deepen their understanding of the application of management theory and perspectives in real-world scenarios after completing the chapter. These cases are an integral part of the course, and through the joint participation of both teaching and learning, the quality of teaching is improved.
4. Contemporary Relevance. During the compilation process, the book strives to draw on the strengths of various sources, fully absorbing useful experiences and latest research findings from management practices both domestically and internationally. It comprehensively reflects the latest developments in management studies worldwide and incorporates the authoritative views and achievements of some internationally renowned scholars, making the book more innovative. The structure and organization of the book are designed around the functions of management, specifically focusing on the planning, organizing, leading, and controlling functions, with each chapter exploring the related basic knowledge, theories, and methods. This structure aligns with the mainstream of management textbooks both domestically and internationally. The book is divided into 12 chapters, with:
Chapter 1–3 covering the general introduction;
Chapters 4–11 discussing the basic theories and methods of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling;
Chapter 12 concluding the book with management innovation.