Understanding Power and Leadership in Higher Education

Mark Kretovics is Associate Professor of Higher Education Administration and Student Affairs at Kent State University, USA.

• PrefaceChapter One -- IntroductionPart One – The Context of Power and Leadership in Higher EducationChapter Two – Types and Tactics of PowerChapter Three – Organizational Context Part Two – Power in Higher EducationChapter Four – Symbols and Sources of Power Chapter Five – Personal Attributes and Traits of Successful Administrators Chapter Six – Using Power to Accomplish Your GoalsChapter Seven – The Power of Internal and External InfluencersPart Three – Politics and Decision-Making Chapter Eight – Politics and Political BehaviorsChapter Nine – Falling from GraceChapter Ten – Paths to Power of the PresidencyPart Four – Practical PerspectivesChapter Eleven – Now What?Chapter Twelve – Wrap UpReferences