Fundamentals of Management (9th Canadian Edition) – PDF

About The Author

David A. DeCenzo

Dr. David A. Decenzo is Director of Partnership Development and Professor of Management at Towson University in Baltimore, Maryland. His has also written numerous best-selling management ebooks. His numerous works include Human Resource Management, Fundamentals of Management, and Supervision Today to name a few.

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Mary A. Coulter

Dr. Mary A. Coulter, a Ph.D. graduate of the University of Arkansas, has held an impressive array of positions, ranging from legal assistant to high school teacher to city government program planner. Her professional journey has been marked by a commitment to growth and knowledge, leading her to teach at esteemed institutions such as the University of Arkansas, Drury University, Trinity University, and Missouri State University.

When Mary is not engrossed in writing, she finds solace in tending to her beautiful flower gardens, exploring a diverse range of literature, experimenting with new recipes, and engaging in countless joyful experiences with her beloved husband Ron and treasured daughters and sons-in-law, Katie and Matt, Sarah and James. However, her heart truly bursts with happiness when she spends time with her delightful grandkids, Blake and Brooklynn, who bring indescribable joy and complete fulfillment to her life.

Stephen P. Robbins

Dr. Stephen P. Robbins received his Ph.D. from the University of Arizona. He previously worked for Reynolds Metals Company and Shell Oil Company and has taught at the Concordia University in Montreal, University of Nebraska at Omaha, the University of Baltimore, Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, and San Diego State University. He is currently professor emeritus in management at San Diego State.

Stephen’s research interests have focused on power, conflict, and politics in organizations, behavioral decision making, and the development of effective interpersonal skills. His articles on these and other topics have appeared in such journals as California Management Review, Business Horizons, International Management, Management Review, Business and Economic Perspectives, Canadian Personnel and Industrial Relations, and The Journal of Management Education.

Professor Robbins is the author of world’s best-selling textbooks in areas of management and organizational behavior. His books have sold more than 8 million copies and have been translated into more than 20 languages. His ebooks are currently used at more than 1,500 U.S. universities and colleges, as well as hundreds of schools throughout Latin America, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Asia, and Europe.

Stephen also participates in masters track competition. Since turning 50 in 1993, he’s won 23 national championships and 14 world titles. He was inducted into the U.S. Masters Track & Field Hall of Fame in 2005.