Leadership: Theory and Practice, 7th Edition

2016 Recipient of the McGuffey Longevity Award from the Text and Academic Authors Association (TAA)

Translated into 12 different languages and used in 89 countries, this market-leading text successfully combines an academically robust account of the major theories and models of leadership with an accessible style and practical examples that help students apply what they learn. Peter G. Northouse uses a consistent format for each chapter, allowing students to compare the various theories. Each chapter includes three case studies that provide students with practical examples of the theories discussed. Adopted at more than 1,000 colleges, universities, and institutions worldwide, Leadership: Theory and Practice provides readers with a user-friendly account of a wide range of leadership research in a clear, concise, and interesting manner.

Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 2: TRAIT APPROACH
CHAPTER 3: SKILLS APPROACH
CHAPTER 4: BEHAVIORAL APPROACH
CHAPTER 5: SITUATIONAL APPROACH
CHAPTER 6: PATH–GOAL THEORY
CHAPTER 7: LEADER–MEMBER EXCHANGE THEORY
CHAPTER 8: TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP
CHAPTER 9: AUTHENTIC LEADERSHIP
CHAPTER 10: SERVANT LEADERSHIP
CHAPTER 11: ADAPTIVE LEADERSHIP
CHAPTER 12: PSYCHODYNAMIC APPROACH
CHAPTER 13: LEADERSHIP ETHICS
CHAPTER 14: TEAM LEADERSHIP
CHAPTER 15: GENDER AND LEADERSHIP
CHAPTER 16: CULTURE AND LEADERSHIP