[the professional manager is] an individual who, because of his training, experience, and competence, is employed to develop and expand the assets an… - Lawrence A. Appley

The highest standard for each individual is that which his conscience tells him is best.

The application of systematic methods to the conduct of business is one of the most striking developments of the present day. The successful pursuit of business activities is increasingly based on carefully developed plans and well-ordered arrangements. The body of knowledge, called Organization, has become increasingly helpful in accomplishing the objectives of the enterprise.

Management is the accomplishment of results through the efforts of other people.