{"title":"A local authority management development programme","authors":"S. Willcocks, T. Conway","doi":"10.1108/09533239510099110","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/09533239510099110","url":null,"abstract":"Evaluates a competence‐based management development programme for a public sector client. Utilizes qualitative methodology to gather data about the impact of the programme on participants′ behaviour and skills. The focus is a large city council, and the participants are from a varied occupational background, e.g. careers, environmental health, social work. Concludes that while behavioural changes are evident, there is also continued merit in the more traditional academic aspects of development.","PeriodicalId":201151,"journal":{"name":"Executive Development","volume":"367 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1995-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"132742338","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Introducing 360‐degree feedback: the benefits and pitfalls","authors":"Christopher J. Rowe","doi":"10.1108/09533239510099101","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/09533239510099101","url":null,"abstract":"Considers the benefits and pitfalls of 360‐degree feedback – drawing from experiences at British Petroleum (BP) and current thinking at British Aerospace (BAe), Brough. A distinction is made between “assessment” and “development” (necessary for understanding what appraisal is trying to achieve) and the different forms of appraisal – downward, upward, peer and self – are defined. The BAe Brough appraisal scheme is outlined and reference made to a “Manager as a Developer” training programme where the notion of 360‐degree feedback is being considered. Suggests there are 11 key issues that should be considered when introducing upward appraisal and that most of these also apply to peer appraisal and self appraisal. The BP scheme is used as a model for contrasting the author′s own views and those of his BAe colleagues. Concludes by warning of the dangers associated with 360‐degree feedback and favours, in most instances, an “informal, voluntary, qualitative” approach.","PeriodicalId":201151,"journal":{"name":"Executive Development","volume":"71 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1995-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127348853","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Preparing for tomorrow","authors":"Neville Benbow","doi":"10.1108/09533239510099138","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/09533239510099138","url":null,"abstract":"Examines the results of research to establish how leaders view their development, their responsibilities and their succession, together with their vision on social issues. Concludes that leaders have recognized the gravity of external threat from global competition and greater regulation. They are also aware of the need to broaden their responsibility for employees, dependents and the immediate community.","PeriodicalId":201151,"journal":{"name":"Executive Development","volume":"85 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1995-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123604602","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A challenge to managers: five ways to improve employee morale. Вызов менеджерам: пять способов улучшения морали служащего","authors":"H. Hopkins","doi":"10.1108/09533239510099129","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/09533239510099129","url":null,"abstract":"Обсуждается проблема повышения моральных качеств и трудовой мотивации работников. Предлагается пять способов улучшения морали служащего: социальные мероприятия - пикники и вечеринки; признание служащего, которое включает вознаграждения, продвижение по службе и выражение благодарности; продолжение образования, например, симпозиумы и конференции; встречи служащих, такие, как форумы обсуждения, мозговой штурм и др., а также наделение полномочиями, основанное на механизме максимального вовлечения в рабочий процесс путем повышения ответственности служащего.","PeriodicalId":201151,"journal":{"name":"Executive Development","volume":"17 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1995-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123785369","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Releasing middle management potential: part 2","authors":"Philippa Dixon","doi":"10.1108/09533239510099093","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/09533239510099093","url":null,"abstract":"Outlines some ideas to help companies create a culture which supports middle management development. Ideas are based on research findings among privatized companies and other academic research. Presents a number of recommendations to encourage organizations to re‐evaluate the role of their middle managers.","PeriodicalId":201151,"journal":{"name":"Executive Development","volume":"7 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1995-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133082793","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Why do managers need myths","authors":"B. Hughes","doi":"10.1108/09533239510099084","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/09533239510099084","url":null,"abstract":"Review of existing theory defines myth as a potent and powerful force, often buried deep in our mindsets, which helps shape our thinking and consequently our actions and behaviour. Questions the role and function of myth in the life of managers and the influence of myth on organizations. Attempts to increase understanding of the power of myth to communicate and engender commitment, beliefs and existing cultures by looking at the mythical element embedded in symbols, stories and language. Research reported here and which is ongoing, suggests managers do in fact often act and make decisions based on mythical realities; that myths contribute to maintenance of the status quo and an unhealthy reliance on past memories and experience. Myths held dear by managers thus inhibit the learning and change so vital to all who live in a world which is dominated by change.","PeriodicalId":201151,"journal":{"name":"Executive Development","volume":"38 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1995-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122243459","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A window on an alien world","authors":"A. Harley","doi":"10.1108/09533239510095529","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/09533239510095529","url":null,"abstract":"Reports the experience drawn from three projects in different organizations to establish senior management development centres set against director level competences. The outcomes clearly differentiate between director and senior management competences. Discusses the findings in terms of the nature of participants′ expectations and the broader organizational issues in supporting development needs.","PeriodicalId":201151,"journal":{"name":"Executive Development","volume":"58 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1995-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125699472","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A qualitative approach to researching management competences","authors":"L. Murphy","doi":"10.1108/09533239510095538","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/09533239510095538","url":null,"abstract":"Provides an introduction to, and general explanation of, qualitative analysis. Explains why this approach is best suited to the examination of management competences. The competency framework is designed to allow organizations to self‐audit their executive development needs. Shows how individual organizations might identify their own standards and establish their relevant strengths and weaknesses. Highlights the principles of survey design and gives an indication of the possible explanatory variables and analytical perspectives a researcher might use. Concludes by summarizing the possible scenarios of development an organization may face having conducted such an exercise.","PeriodicalId":201151,"journal":{"name":"Executive Development","volume":"134 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1995-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116348599","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Occupational standards for small firms","authors":"Liz Wilson","doi":"10.1108/09533239510095493","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/09533239510095493","url":null,"abstract":"Outlines the small business sector and the development of occupational standards in relation to it. Defines some of the key concepts underlying national vocational qualifications and standards. Considers the broad needs of the small business sector in relation to occupational standards as well as the value of occupational standards to small firms in helping them improve performance.","PeriodicalId":201151,"journal":{"name":"Executive Development","volume":"111 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1995-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133631840","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The development of standards of competence for senior management","authors":"Gill Lane, Alan G. Robinson","doi":"10.1108/09533239510095475","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/09533239510095475","url":null,"abstract":"Senior managers are continually required to manage the challenges brought about by the waves of rapid and dynamic change. Research undertaken by Henley Management College into the development of standards of competence for senior management can contribute much in helping managers develop to meet such demands. Examines how the standards of competence were developed, and the outcomes from the research.","PeriodicalId":201151,"journal":{"name":"Executive Development","volume":"15 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1995-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128592846","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}