Research Paper- Management Theories, Leadership, and the Police Organization

Research Paper- Management Theories, Leadership, and the Police Organization

Management Theories, Leadership, and the Police Organization

Chapters Four through Six of Police Administration cover management theories and leadership styles and how they impact police organization. Imagine you are the head of a law enforcement organization. Address the following as they relate to management theory, leadership, and your department.

Identify the theory of management (from Chapters Four and Five) you would ascribe to. Explain this theory as it relates to your police organization.

Discuss how you would incorporate these ideas into managing your organization. What are the benefits and drawbacks of managing in this manner?