Discusses the development of critical path networks and their benefits when used in the training and manpower development field. (EB)

A large industrial concern used sensitivity training for managers to try to increase diagnostic skills - awareness of his personal assumptions and habit patterns and the consequences of these on the effectiveness of his behavior. (EB)

The three basic school management styles are described here, along with some perceptions of how the principal's free choice of style is thwarted by certain conditions. (Editor)

Differentiating between mentors and sponsors, Burke describes the roles of mentors and apprentices. He explains the implications for organizations of career achievements that are motivated by identification with a role model rather than compensation for felt inadequacies. (SK)

The training manager can be successful in a period of economic difficulty by shifting the focus of the training program from activities to results. Benefits of this approach are wider options, flexible programs, budget justification, and support of senior management. (SK)

Assessed the perceived managerial preparedness of word processing managers in selected Ohio businesses and compared the findings with current literature, word processing curricula in two-and four-year colleges and universities, and the curricular elements in the IBM Word Processing Managers' Seminar. Developed specific training topics for word…

Discusses the experience of a major university in applying the concept of the marketing mix to an adult education program. The concept requires the understanding of the interdependence of the four Ps of marketing: product, place, price, and promotion. (JOW)

Training managers fully for the performance appraisal process can transform an appraisal discussion from an administrative exercise to a worthwhile experience that contributes to the organization as a whole. (Author/SSH)

A public relations practitioner reports enthusiastically on his return to the campus for an "intellectually-broadening" public relations symposium. He summarizes critical social and economic issues addressed by distinguished scholars and experienced practitioners. For journal availability, see CS 705 902. (PD)

Organizational success may hinge upon how well executives communicate through the media. Difficulties with the television media are particularly stressful, and a number of media training programs that have helped executives are listed. (Author/MLF)

Describes the Maryland State Department of Education's volunteer training program for principals and other instructional leaders in supervision and evaluation of instruction. The program has been offered through the Maryland Professional Development Academy since 1977. (Author/WD)

The author examines the potential possessed by both men and women in corporations to develop a newly-focused and people-sensitive management style. Discusses management skill dimensions, leadership qualities, flexibility, decision making, inner work standards, and performance stability. (CT)

Discusses four tiers of relationships between the entrepreneur and the educational system: (1) teaching entrepreneurial skills to interested students; (2) offering management training to entrepreneurs; (3) training workers for small business concerns; and (4) training the government small business administrator, bank manager, and consultant. (CT)

Describes an empirical study that examines the relationship between assertiveness and the individual dimensions of job satisfaction for a sample of 68 professional librarians. Results do not support the current emphasis on assertiveness training for overall job satisfaction, although it may be beneficial for low-assertive people. Twenty-four…

School principals need more inservice training. This article outlines reasons and methods for developing an effective principal development program. (WD)