Introduction Principles of Management presents a comprehensive framework to learn about the functions of management. By studying this text, you will learn about the responsibilities and rewards of being a manager for a profit or a not-for-profit organization. Learning the functions of management, how to be a strategic manager, and the importance of managerial soft skills bring management to life. As you explore and discover principles of management in the workplace, you will learn life-long skills to become a productive worker and contributing citizen in our society. Principles of Management provides an opportunity for you to learn about the functions of management as well as develop leadership skills. As you explore and discover principles of management in the workplace, you will learn life-long skills that will follow you wherever your future career may lead. About the Authors Robert (Bob) Dansby is an instructor of accounting, business, and personal finance at Chattahoochee Valley Community College in Alabama, where he also serves as Chairperson of the Division of Business and Social Sciences. In addition, Bob is a small business, tax, and personal finance consultant. He is the author of numerous textbooks and workbooks in the areas of accounting, cost accounting, managerial accounting, business math, and personal finance. He has also written several articles for professional journals, served a five-year term as editor of the Georgia Business Education Association Journal, and has given more than 30 presentations at national and regional business education and accounting conferences. Bob holds a PhD in business education from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. Karel Sovak is an Associate Professor and program director for marketing, management, the Emerging Leaders Academy and Internships/Cooperatives at the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota. Additionally, Karel is engaged in strategic planning and governance assistance for not-for-profit organizations. Karel is also involved in the Bismarck entrepreneurial ecosystem as chair of the ecosystem building committee for 1MCND. Karel is also an editor for Bismarck Magazine and River and Ranch publications in his community. He holds a PhD in Applied Management and Decision Sciences from Walden University. iii