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In this book consulting is viewed primarily as a method for improving management practices. It is one which can be provided by independent private firms, internal consulting and advisory services in large public or private organizations, management development and productivity institutes, small business advisory centres, and other institutions interested in and capable of making a specific contribution in this field. The book is, therefore, based on experiences from a number of industrialized and developing countries, with private, mixed or public enterprise economic systems.
The main purpose of the book is to contribute to the upgrading of professional standards and practices in consulting and to provide information and guidance to individuals and organizations wishing to commence or improve consulting activities. The book is an introduction to the consulting profession, its nature, methods, organizational principles, behavioural rules and training practices. It also suggests guidelines to consultants for operating in various areas of management. It is not, however, intended to replace handbooks and manuals which deal in depth and detail with various management functions and techniques: for this the reader is referred to special sources, some of which are suggested in this guide.
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