The text integrates necessary theory and practice of management in a health care setting, in an efficient and accessible form.It develops management skills to enable the student and new practitioner to enter practice with a high level of proficiency.The book provides essential background relating to the NHS as a managed organisation.It addresses professional issues in health care, with particular reference to patient confidentiality and the management of information.The text is supported by Case Studies and Reading Lists throughout.

Table of Contents

Part 1 Managing time: the theoretical framework; the practice. Part 2 The management of information: the theoretical framework; the practice. Part 3 The management of people: the theoretical framework; the practice. Part 4 The management of financial resources: the theoretical framework; the practice. Part 5 The management of quality: the theoretical framework; the practice. Part 6 The management of change: the theoretical framework; the practice. Part 7 Marketing: the theoretical framework; the practice. Part 8 The NHS: the knowledge base.