This book provides a comprehensive exploration of management theory and practice, focusing on key areas such as leadership, decision-making, human resource management, and organizational communication. It delves into the principles, functions, and levels of management, while also addressing extension management across public, private, and nonprofit sectors, and:

• Discusses foundational principles and functions of management.
• Explores leadership, decision-making, and human resource strategies.
• Examines extension management across public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
• Provides insights into motivation and organizational communication.
• Highlights modern management tools, including information systems.

This title has been co-published with Elite Publishing House. T&F does not sell or distribute the print versions in India.

Dipak Nath is Professor at the Directorate of Extension Education, Central Agricultural University, Imphal, Manipur. With a career spanning roles such as Subject Matter Specialist, Senior Scientist, and Associate Professor, he has made significant contributions to agricultural extension and education. Prof. Nath has published extensively, including 108 research papers, 11 books, and numerous technical materials. He has received 14 national and international awards, including the Best Extension Professional Award and Outstanding Scientist Award. His expertise includes group mobilization, training management, and technology transfer, with notable achievements in promoting 60 FPOs and 116 startups in Northeast India. He has guided 10 postgraduate students and serves as a resource person for various institutions.

Ridip Ranjan Saharia is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Extension Education at Biswanath College of Agriculture, Assam Agricultural University. He holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Extension and has over a decade of experience in research, teaching, and extension. Dr. Saharia has contributed to several national and international projects, guided M.Sc. students, and published extensively, including research papers, books, and training manuals. His work focuses on entrepreneurship development and agricultural extension.

Dr. Ingita Gohain is Senior Scientist-cum-Head (in-charge) at ICAR-KVK, South Tripura. With over 20 years of experience, she has expertise in home science, community nutrition, and rural development. She began her career as a Dietician and later transitioned to agricultural extension, where she has led capacity-building and community outreach programs. Dr. Gohain is dedicated to promoting agricultural extension education, enhancing nutritional awareness, and fostering sustainable livelihoods among farming communities.