The Little Book of Big Management Theories: ... And How To Use Them, Edition 2

James McGrath · Bob Bates

Jun 2017 · Pearson UK

About this ebook

101 management theories from the world’s best management thinkers – the fast, focussed and express route to success.

As a busy manager, you need solutions to everyday work problems fast. The Little Book of Big Management Theories gives you access to the very best theories and models that every manager should know and be able to use.



Cutting through the waffle and hype, McGrath and Bates concentrate on the theories that really matter to managers day-to-day. Each theory is covered in two pages – telling you what it is, how to use it and the questions you should be asking – so you can immediately apply your new knowledge in the real world.

The Little Book of Big Management Theories will ensure you can:

• Quickly resolve a wide range of practical management problems
• Be a better, more decisive manager who gets the job done
• Better motivate and influence your staff, colleagues and stakeholders
• Improve your standing and demonstrate that you are ready for promotion

All you need to know and how to apply it – in a nutshell.

About the author

James McGrath worked as an accountant and senior manager in industry, local government and as a self-employed management consultant before becoming Course Director for the MA in Education and Professional Development at the City of Birmingham University.

Dr. Bob Bates worked in the Civil Service for many years as a senior manager before becoming a Senior Lecturer at Birmingham City University in 1997. Throughout his career he has worked extensively with SMEs specialising in staff and management development.