Managing Criminal Justice Organizations

ebook An Introduction to Theory and Practice

By Richard R.E. Kania

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This book studies the formal and informal nature of the organizations involved in criminal justice, covering their organizational environments; the processes of leadership, management, and decision-making; organizational communications; staffing and training; planning and budgeting; and organizational development and controlled change. It acquaints the readers with the historical developments and application of a wide range of managerial theories, principles, and problems of managing criminal justice organizations.



NEW TO THIS EDITION:

  • More information on the management of the judiciary and community corrections
  • Additional discussion of contingency theory and how criminal justice management must remain flexible in dealing with outside forces
  • An examination of employee turnover, its causes, and how to deal with it
  • Thorough discussion of training opportunities and the impact of college education
  • New text boxes highlighting important figures in the field
  • Managing Criminal Justice Organizations