Management Basics for Information Professionals

by G. Edward Evans, Bendik Rugaas, Patricia L. Ward, Patricia Layzell Ward

Overview

This introduction to library management provides conceptual overviews and library/information examples. After background on concepts and history of the field, a section on knowledge and skills in management covers areas such as marketing, decision making, delegation, and the planning process. A section on managing resources looks at personnel, fiscal management, technology, and physical facilities. Evans is director of libraries at Loyola Marymount University. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781555703707
Publisher:	Neal-Schuman Publishers
Publication date:	01/28/2000
Edition description:	Older Edition
Pages:	560
Product dimensions:	5.92(w) x 9.06(h) x 1.23(d)

Editorial Reviews

This introduction to library management provides important overviews and ideas on how to manage a library, from its people and budget to its housing and technology. Information managers receive important guidelines specific to the library environment, from making decisions and delegating work to motivating co-workers.
—Internet Book Watch

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