CPS Examination Review for Management (4th Edition) [Paperback]

Betty L. Schroeder (Author), Alan D. Kardoff (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0130843237 | ISBN-13: 978-0130843234 | Publication Date: January 15, 2000 | Edition: 4th

This self-study manual is part of the Certified Professional Secretary (CPS®) Examination Review Series which provides valuable assistance to anyone preparing for the CPS Examination. The Series focuses on key topics test-takers must know in order to pass the exam. It is the only examination preparation series produced in conjunction with the International Association of Administration Professionals (IAAP™). KEY TOPCS: Content is based on the current CPS Examination Review Guide published by the IAAP™. Each chapter contains: An overview; text, in outline form, with examples highlighted in italics; illustrations; review questions in formats similar to those found on the CPS Examination; solutions to review questions--with some explanation of correct answers, where needed, and references to the portion of the outline that explains the answer more fully; term review; glossary at the end of the manual, with references to the chapter where the terms may be found in context. An accompanying Self-study Guide enhances material in the manual. For professionals preparing for the CPS Examination.

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This is the official review series for the Certified Professional Secretary Examination (CPS) -- endorsed by Professional Secretaries International and carefully coordinated with actual exam content. The Examination includes three levels of questions designed to test: 1) basic knowledge such as facts, terminology, dates; 2) understanding of concepts, procedures, and principles; and, 3) application of concepts. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Key Benefit: This is the official review series for the Certified Professional Secretary Examination (CPS) — endorsed by Professional Secretaries International and carefully coordinated with actual exam content. The Examination includes three levels of questions designed to test: 1) basic knowledge such as facts, terminology, dates; 2) understanding of concepts, procedures, and principles; and, 3) application of concepts. Key Topics: Current content updates techniques in office practice and procedures. The test now contains three parts (instead of 6): Management, Office Management Procedures and Finance/Business Law, and lasts only one day. It uses a sentence and paragraph outline that keeps explanations brief, enumerates important points, outlines procedures step-by-step, highlights situations found in realistic business settings, lists other books and references for more in-depth study, and illustrates difficult concepts. It also provides review questions that are in the same format as used on the Exam and cross-references solutions to appropriate sections. It includes a list of terms to review at the beginning of each chapter, and a glossary at the end of the book. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 576 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 4th edition (January 15, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0130843237
• ISBN-13: 978-0130843234
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fine Third Edition and Fourth Will Be Better, August 16, 1999

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Dr. Alan D. Kardoff "animal lover" (Palm Bay, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: CPS Examination Review Management (Paperback)

As co-author I have found the MANAGEMENT text for the CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL SECRETARY EXAMINATION REVIEW SERIES, published by Prentice Hall to be helpful for college students and office professionals who are not necessarily seeking CPS certification. The fourth edition is being published now and should be out within a few weeks.

Excellent progress is being made in updating the fourth edition to include management tips related to electronic communication, e-commerce, and other technological developments. Key business and management concepts are covered in a friendly, understandable manner in both editions.

I have used these chapters with my college students, especially those on leadership, conflict management, and organizational behavior. This is a very useful book to have as a supplement but is not designed as a replacement for excellent management and organizational behavior principles texts written by many authors.

Secretaries, students, and administrative assistants who haven't considered seeking the CPS rating might do so. The three-part examination is administered two times a year, November and May, at various sites throughout the country as well as in overseas education centers.

I am thrilled to have worked with Dr. Betty Schroeder, Northern Illinois University on the Management book. Dr. Schroeder is the series editor and Office Systems and Administration, Finance and Business Law, and Management)published by Prentice Hall and endorsed by the International Association for Administrative Professionals, formerly Professional Secretaries International. Dr. Schroeder is a delightful co-author and superb editor.

Many of my college students and associates have sugested that Management be placed in libraries and other public places. The text is an excellent reference to consult for varied management issues.

Dr. Alan D. Kardof