Leadership: Theory and Practice

by Dr . Peter G . ( Guy ) Northouse (Author)

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  Paperback
  1997

  $8.01

  A wide variety of theoretical approaches to leadership is offered in this book, which gives special attention to how each theory can be employed to improve leadership in real-world organizations.

  Special features of the chapters include: a discussion of the strengths and criticisms of a specific leadership approach to assist readers in determining the relative merits of each approach; an application section on the practical aspects of the approach and how it can be used in organizational settings; three case studies illustrating common leadership issues and dilemmas, with thought-provoking questions following each case study; and a leadership questionnaire to help readers develop a better understanding of their own leadership style.

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  Paperback
  2003

  $3.35

  The Third Edition of this bestselling text reviews and analyzes the foremost leadership theories, giving special attention to how each theoretical approach can be applied in real-world organizations. For anyone seeking to explore how an understanding of leadership theory can inform and direct the way leadership is practised, Leadership is an indispensable tool. This bestselling volume is equally useful for private-sector leadership development training programmes.

  New to this edition:

  * a chapter titled `Skills Approach', which focuses on the essential competencies leaders need to achieve effective performance

  * new research sources, innovative models, new case studies, new figures and tables, additional research-based applications, and expanded discussions of current issues in leadership research

  * new and expanded discussions of transformational leadership, team leadership, the psychodynamic approach, women and leadership and leadership ethics.