{"product_id":"library-management-101-a-practical-guide","title":"Library Management 101: A Practical Guide","description":"Just because a set of responsibilities isnt formally called management doesnt mean that it isnt management. And this vital text speaks to a reality that all current professionals already know: that is, everyone studying to enter the profession needs an introduction to the topic of management. Because no matter what ones role in an academic or public library context, it will involve decision-making, planning, and organization skills. Newly revised and updated, this book pulls together management best practices from library management experts teaching in LIS programs across the U.S. and Canada. Among the many topics discussed areclassic and contemporary theories of management, and how they apply to the library;human resource planning;marketing and public relations;negotiations, mediation, and financial management of the library;facilities management;information technology management and future trends;change management, organizational culture; andethics and confidentiality.In addition to providing students with a solid foundation in library management, with its structured, practical knowledge this impressive volume will also benefit experienced managers.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0838917151\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: DBV.0838917151.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Velasquez, Diane L.|Hussey, Lisa K.\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly!  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Dream Books Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41524104757306,"sku":"DBV.0838917151.G","price":50.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/6011\/0138\/files\/0838917151-0.jpg?v=1784082190","url":"https:\/\/shop.dreambooksco.com\/products\/library-management-101-a-practical-guide","provider":"Dream Books Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}