Managing consultants : a practical guide for busy public sector managers /

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Author / Creator:Dobes, Leo.
Imprint:[Canberra, A.C.T.] : ANU E Press, 2006.
Description:1 online resource
Language:English
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Format: E-Resource Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/11396543
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ISBN:1920942815
9781920942816
1920942807
9781920942809
Digital file characteristics:data file
Notes:Includes bibliographical references.
English.
Print version record.
Summary:"Despite considerable investment in skills development, managers in public sector organisations still exhibit significant deficiencies in contract and relationship management skills and knowledge. This monograph is a practical, user-friendly guide to the benefits, perils and pitfalls of managing outside consultants. Writing from years of experience in managing consultants in government, Dr Dobes guides on best practice, as well as including advice on what not to do, and how to rectify shortcomings in the process of using consultants effectively."--Publisher's description
Other form:Print version: Dobes, Leo. Managing consultants. Canberra : ANU E Press, ©2006 1920942807

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