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According to her , this spectrum of management theories and approaches has served to bring about an innovation in management and the very concept of management for the modern day manager

There have been many developments in recent years concerning the theory and practice of management . Keeping up to date in this area is vital to the busy manager (Burke , 1995

Although the article is quite brief in its discussion , the author chooses to utilize the major part of the article in stressing upon numerous information sources that the modern day manager

can bring into use in to equip himself /herself with the required knowledge that is essential for the implementation of the various management approaches that are available . In doing so , the author chooses to take up a position with regard to the evolution of management theories through which she recommends the usage of the latest of management approaches as a key element to successful management

The author initiates by briefly elaborating upon the need for the incorporation of innovation and creativity coupled with empowerment in the everyday practice of management . This perception is further justified by the fact that as the article progresses , the author singles out the most advanced of means through which the modern day manager can acquire a sound knowledge of the numerous approaches to management

The next article is by Mike Doyle and initiates by highlighting the fact that management has become the central focus of development for organizations . In to do so , organizations are willing to make significant volumes of investment in the training of their managers However , the author argues that this increased level of interest for development has not served to change the fact that modern day management theories and practices are failing to deliver the enhanced degree of productivity that is...