Management and Leadership Development [Paperback]

Chris Mabey and Tim Finch-Lees provide a fresh analysis of the concept and practice of management and leadership development (MLD). Grounded in research, the authors set out the current state of management and leadership development practices, before introducing readers to competing theories of MLD and offering them a more critical perspective. Throughout the book, ideas are illustrated by international case studies and vignettes that evoke the perceptions and interests of the whole range of stakeholders in the management development process.Chris Mabey and Tim Finch-Lees provide a fresh analysis of the concept and practice of management and leadership development (MLD). Grounded in research, the authors set out the current state of management and leadership development practices, before introducing readers to competing theories of MLD and offering them a more critical perspective. Throughout the book, ideas are illustrated by international case studies and vignettes that evoke the perceptions and interests of the whole range of stakeholders in the management development process.PART ONE: UNDERSTANDING THE SIGNIFICANCE OF MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT
Management Development
Paradox, Reflexivity and Discourse
Meanings of Management Development
PART TWO: GRAND DISCOURSES OF MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT
Management Development
Measurement and Performance
Management Development
Narratives, Ritual and Symbolism
Management Development
Identity and Discipline
Management Development
Power and Control
PART THREE: MESO DISCOURSES OF MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT
Management Development and Best-Practice
Management Development and Institutionalism
Management Development and Diversity
Conclusion
Making Sense of Management Development