The Challenge Of Library Management

Challenges of Academic Library Management in Developing Countries

Academic libraries cater to the diverse needs of scholars, scientists, technocrats, researchers, students, and others personally and professionally invested in higher education. Due to advancements in information and communication technologies (ICT), the vision and mission of academic libraries are changing in developing countries. Challenges of Academic Library Management in Developing Countries provides the latest theoretical frameworks and empirical research into academic libraries, investigating concerns such as illiteracy, budgeting, software development, technical training, and others. In particular, this book will be of use to professionals and researchers working in the field of library and information science who are looking for new methods and best practices in the management of effective academic libraries. This book is part of the Advances in Library and Information Science series collection.

The Challenge of Library Management

Change in libraries -- The human factor -- Organizational culture impact -- Initiating change effectively -- Implementing change effectively -- Environmental factors impacting success -- Managerial baggage -- Evaluating the change and yourself as a change leader -- Change-specific challenges.

Library Management in the 1970's