Student Study Guide

by Pamela S. Lewis, Stephen H. Goodman, Patricia M. Fandt

This book is the second edition of the bestselling new entry into the principles of management market of the last decade. Providing comprehensive coverage of traditional management theory, it focuses on meeting the challenges inherent to the dynamic, global environment of business. The applications orientation provides an opportunity to apply and understand a wide variety of real-world situations. This text helps students develop an understanding of the field of management and the competencies that will enable them to succeed in the business environment of the future.

Paperback

First published July 17, 1997

About the author

Dr. Pamela S. Lewis is President of Queens University of Charlotte. Prior to becoming President, Dr. Lewis served at the Dean of the McColl School of Business at Queens and as Dean of the LeBow College of Business at Drexel University in Philadelphia. Throughout her career, Dr. Lewis has distinguished herself through her commitment to providing innovative and high quality education. Her particular focus has been on increasing community involvement and forging industry and academic partnerships that enhance the relevance and applicability of academic programs. Dr. Lewis, who holds a Ph.D. in strategic planning and international business from the University of Tennessee, has written numerous articles in the areas of strategic planning, international strategy and entrepreneurship/new venture strategy. Dr. Lewis also has been active in executive education and consulting, serving as a strategic planning consultant for numerous organizations across a wide variety of industries. Dr. Lewis serves on the Board of Directors for three public companies ¿ Sonoco Products Company, C&D Technologies, Inc., and Charming Shoppes ¿ as well as on the board of numerous not-for-profits such as Presbyterian Hospital, Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, Communities in Schools, Charlotte Museum of History, and YMCA of Greater Charlotte.