Focused on the critical need for effective leadership development, this resource examines approaches to leadership preparation used in Europe, including the U.K., North America, Asia Pacific, Australia, New Zealand, ?and Africa. The author examines research on how leadership impacts school and student outcomes and considers future directions for leadership and management development in education.Internationally renowned author Tony Bush examines leadership development throughout the world and draws out lessons on how leaders can maximize their effectiveness.'This is a very good and much needed book. Written by a very experienced researcher and teacher in the education leadership world it brings together a wealth of understanding and insights in the field of leadership and management development in education' - International Journal of Educational ManagementLeadership and School Improvement Models of Educational Leadership The Significance of Leadership and Management Development The Curriculum for Leadership Development: Content and Process Preparing and Supporting Leaders in Developed Countries The National College for School Leadership Preparing and Supporting Leaders in Developing Countries The Impact of Leadership Development The Future of Leadership Development