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Management is the backbone of organizational success, guiding human, financial, and technological resources toward purposeful goals. In today’s dynamic world—marked by globalization, technological disruption, sustainability challenges, and shifting social expectations—the study of management has become more crucial than ever. This book has been designed to provide a comprehensive yet accessible understanding of the principles, practices, and evolving dimensions of management for students, educators, and practitioners alike. The book begins with Objectives of Management, introducing the aims of efficiency, effectiveness, and social responsibility. The Evolution of Management Thought, traces the journey from classical theories to modern approaches, situating management in its historical and contemporary contexts. The next set of chapters—Planning, Decision Making, Organizing, Staffing, Directing, and Controlling—cover the core managerial functions in detail, providing definitions, frameworks, and practical illustrations that bridge theory with application. Recognizing that effective management is inseparable from leadership and people dynamics, the book devotes two chapters Leadership and Organizational Behaviour, exploring motivation, group dynamics, and leadership styles that shape organizational culture. The chapter on Values and Ethics, emphasizes the critical role of integrity, accountability, and corporate responsibility in building sustainable organizations. The concluding chapter titled ‘The Future’ examines the emerging trends such as artificial intelligence, digital transformation, sustainability, and inclusive growth, encouraging readers to envision management as a tool for shaping a better world. To enrich learning, the chapters integrate definitions by experts, caselets, review questions, diagrams, and contemporary examples. These features aim to enhance conceptual clarity, stimulate critical thinking, and encourage practical application. The book balances classical foundations with modern challenges, equipping learners not just with knowledge, but with the mindset to adapt and lead ethically in a rapidly changing environment. This book is intended for students of MBA, BBA, Commerce, and Management-related disciplines, but will also serve as a useful reference for educators and professionals. By combining academic rigor with practical insight, it seeks to inspire future managers and leaders to approach management as both a science of efficiency and an art of ethical decision-making.