Management, 12E by Griffin adopts a functional, skills-based approach to planning, leading, organizing, and controlling. It blends classic theory with modern practice, addressing emerging topics like technology, sustainability, ethics, and adaptability. Real-world examples and engaging cases—from Starbucks to The Hunger Games—highlight management’s relevance across industries. Updated MindTap resources offer interactive tools, including self-assessments, adaptive learning, and collaborative projects. This edition equips students with practical skills and insights to navigate today’s dynamic business environment effectively.
- Real-World Examples: Draws from both large organizations and unique small businesses.
- Balanced Approach: Combines theory and practice to enhance management and innovation skills.
- Skill-Building Exercises: New and revised activities develop decision-making, time management, and technical skills.
- Interactive Self-Assessments: Personalized learning with adaptive content and flexible grading tools.
- Expanded End-of-Chapter Tools: Includes digital skills-based self-assessments and concise take-away points.
- Streamlined Content: Reduced from 22 to 20 chapters for focused learning.
- Fresh Case Studies: Updated with current, relevant business scenarios.
- Thematic Boxes: Cover leadership, diversity, technology, sustainability, and non-business management.
- Integrated Assignments: Blend problem-solving, collaboration, and multimedia projects with core content.
Part I: INTRODUCING MANAGEMENT.
1. Managing and the Manager's Job.
2. Traditional and Contemporary Opportunities/Challenges.
Part II: UNDERSTANDING THE ENVIRONMENTAL CONTEXT OF MANAGING.
3. Understanding the Organization's Environment.
4. Responding to the Ethical and Social Environment.
5. Navigating the Global Environment.
Part III: UNDERSTANDING PLANNING AND DECISION MAKING.
6. Basic Elements of Planning and Decision Making.
7. Managing Strategy and Strategic Planning.
8. Managing Decision Making and Problem Solving.
9. Managing Start-Ups and New Ventures.
Part IV: UNDERSTANDING THE ORGANIZING PROCESS.
10. Basic Elements of Organizing.
11. Managing Organization Design.
12. Managing Organization Change and Innovation.
13. Managing Human Resources.
Part V: UNDERSTANDING THE LEADING PROCESS.
14. Basic Elements of Individual and Interpersonal Behavior.
15. Managing Employee Motivation and Performance.
16. Managing Leadership and Influence Process.
17. Managing Interpersonal Relations and Communication.
18. Managing Work Groups and Teams.
Part VI: UNDERSTANDING THE CONTROLLING PROCESS.
19. Basic Elements of Control.
20. Managing Operations, Quality and Productivity.
Dr. Ricky W. Griffin
Dr. Ricky W. Griffin serves as Distinguished Professor of Management and Blocker Chair in Business at Texas A&M.
