Meaning of Management

After completing this chapter you should be able to: ■

Understand the general meaning of management.

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Explain the functions of management, including planning, organizing, leading, and evaluating.

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Discuss the distinctions among technical, human, and conceptual skills.

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Explain the 10 roles of a manager and the relationships among them.

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Explain what is meant by the “universal nature of management.”