An Analysis of Air Force Management Career Development Based on Timing of Skills Needs and Effectiveness of Development Methods
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to analyze the association between the perceived importance of management skills and management level; also to assess the most effective means of developing each of those management skills. Data collection involved a two step process. First, a literature search was conducted to compile a list of common management skills and development methods. Second, from this knowledge a survey instrument was created and distributed. Data analysis included three basic methodologies: (1) non-parametric statistics, (2) frequency distribution analysis, and (3) qualitative analysis. The results indicate a high degree of association between perceived skills importance and management level. Further, 13 of the 14 skills had a consensus of preferred development methods (with experience as the predominant choice). The topic of development methods requires further research. The evidence suggests that the Acquisition Professional Development Program is basically sound and could be improved with only minor changes.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1991
- Accession Number
- ADA246670
Entities
People
- Sebastiano Deliso
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology