Understanding Management 13th edition by Daft

Understanding Management, 13th edition by Richard L. Daft and Dorothy Marcic, introduces the principles managers use to plan, organize, lead, and control in modern organizations. Published by Cengage, the text blends foundational management theory with contemporary topics such as innovation, ethics, globalization, diversity, sustainability, and digital transformation. Students explore how managers make decisions, motivate employees, design structures, and respond to change. With accessible explanations and applied business examples, this edition supports introductory management courses and helps learners connect classroom concepts to real organizational challenges.