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This textbook explores the challenges of leading a police department, prison, district attorney office, or courtroom, specifically addressing problems associated with occupational socialization, political behavior, organizational conflict, and resistance to change. The fourth edition adds three chapters on organizational structure, employee supervision, and the evolving field of criminal research. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Gearing up for your management role? Arm yourself with CRIMINAL JUSTICE ORGANIZATIONS, a thoroughly modern introduction to the management techniques appropriate to each area of the criminal justice system. By examining both the "hows" and "whys" of these techniques, and by exploring the book's practical, real-world examples, up-to-the-minute research, and coverage of key areas such as emergency planning and terrorism, leadership theory, and decision-making, you'll increase your preparedness for the challenges you're likely to face in today's field.
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