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Organization theory : a public and nonprofit perspective
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Edition:
3rd ed.
Publication Information:
Belmont, CA : Wadsworth/Thomson Learning, 2007
ISBN:
9780495006800

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Summary

Master organizational theory with ORGANIZATION THEORY: A PUBLIC AND NON-PROFIT PERSPECTIVE! With coverage of how organizational theories relate to both government and nonprofits, this political science text provides you with information that is vital for your future career. A book specific website provides case studies, review materials, and links for further exploration that help you discover how theory applies to real-life. Studying is made easy with tools found throughout the text such as review questions, a glossary of important terms, ethical considerations, and the impact of technology on government and nonprofit organizations.


Table of Contents

Preface
1 Organization Research and Theory
2 Blurring Sectors: Public and Private
3 Pivotal Controversies
4 Structure
5 Communication
6 Accountability and Transparency
7 Decisionmaking
8 Motivation and Culture
9 Leadership
10 Change and Stability
Glossary
Index (an author index and a subject index)