Leadership, ethics and policing (1st ed )

Showing clearly why traditional leadership strategies are no longer appropriate, this unique, visionary text addresses leadership development for police officers in the 21st Century-with a focus on the leadership competencies required of line police officers in community policing environments. Blending leadership theory with real-world practices (examples, case studies, problems and applications), it explores the full range of leadership competencies-in communications, problem solving, planning, organization, and human relations-and provides concrete examples of both effective and ineffective leadership. A "how to" section in each skills chapter discusses techniques for developing leadership curricula in the skill in police academies, college-level leadership courses, and continuing education programs. KEY TOPICS: The Challenge of Modern Police Leadership. Who Is a Leader? Communication: Key to Interpersonal Relations Problem Solving. Motivation: Key to Success. Planning and Organizing. Actuation and Implementation. The Ethical Leader. MARKET: For Criminal Justice professionals and practitioners.

1. The Challenge for Modern Policing.


2. The Importance of Ethical Leadership.


3. Concepts and Dynamics of Leadership.


4. Ethics, Morality, and Leadership.


5. Policing and Professional Conduct.


6. Communication: Key to Interpersonal Relations.


7. Motivation: Key to Personal and Professional Success.


8. Ethical Decision Making and Problem Solving.


9. Planning, Organization, Implementation, and Evaluation.


10. Ethical Leadership in the Context of Policing a Community.


11. The Vision for Change.