Focuses on the process of operating self-development groups within a structured program. Includes aims, problems, group characteristics, and conclusions. (JOW)

A matrix is presented for evaluating outdoor development programs. The four quadrants (narrow skills, broad skills, fun/enjoyment, self/other awareness) are ranged along two dimensions: tight to loose task approach and low to high intensity process. (SK)

The authors introduce the concept of group facilitation skills for managers. They describe a framework that will help managers recognize group process problems, diagnose underlying causes of group problems, and consider how to take the group past its problems. (Author/CH)

Deals with women working in the higher echelons of organizational hierarchies. Discusses why training programs aimed at women only are more beneficial to women than mixed participation. Examines women's minority position, effects of traditional stereotypes, group dynamics, problems women encounter in the workplace, and management education. (CT)

The paper considers some of the problems involved in the interpretation of participants' evaluations of management development programs. In particular, it argues that, in the case of participative "open evaluation" sessions, it is important to recognize that participants' attitudes and feelings toward the learning group may influence the…