Managing Change, Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Development

Book Details

• Author: Rakesh Hooja

• Binding: Hardcover

• Language: English

• Release Date: 01-12-2008

• ISBN: 813160232X

• Pages: 272

• Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.7 x 0.9 inches

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

About the Book

This insightful book delves deep into three interrelated themes: managing change in government, organizational behavior, and human resource development (HRD), all examined through the lens of the Indian context. With 25 papers contributed by prominent figures such as Udai Pareek, Pradip N. Khandwalla, N. Vittal, J.P. Singh, Hans C. Blaise, and Rakesh Hooja, this book serves as an essential resource for administrators, managers, students, social scientists, and anyone interested in the dynamics of public administration and management in India.

The topics covered in this book include:

• Creativity and managerial effectiveness

• Accountability and transparency

• Motivation and leadership

• Decision-making processes

• Managing conflict in organizations

• Managerial excellence and reengineering public administration

• New public management strategies

• Job satisfaction, career commitment, and training

Each paper brings in theoretical insights and conceptual frameworks while highlighting practical applications for administrators and managers, making it relevant not only for academic purposes but also for real-world implementation.

The book is divided into three sections:

1. Managing Change in Government

2. Organizational Behaviour

3. Human Resource Development

These diverse topics are essential for anyone engaged in the management of human resources and change within the public sector. Whether you are a scholar, a student, or a professional working in government or management, this book will provide valuable insights into the challenges and strategies in modern administrative environments.

About the Author

Rakesh Hooja, with a Ph.D. in Social Sciences, is an experienced academic and public administrator. He has held several prominent positions, including Vice Chancellor of Rajasthan Agricultural University and Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Rajasthan. With over 375 articles, 24 books, and numerous research papers to his credit, Dr. Hooja is a recognized authority in the fields of management, organizational behavior, decentralization, and development administration. He also serves as Editor-in-Chief of Prashasnika and is a member of the editorial boards of leading journals in public administration.

Girish K. Srivastava, a Professor of Management at the HCM Rajasthan State Institute of Public Administration, brings extensive experience in management development and training, having written over 30 research papers and 4 books. He has also provided consultancy to various government and non-government organizations.