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Table of Contents1. Leading and Managing Today’s Police: Challenges and Opportunities 2. The Dynamics of Police Organizations: Structure and Theories 3. Leadership and Motivation: What Works 4. Communication, Negotiation, and Conflict Resolution 5. Human Resource Management: The Foundation for an Effective Police Department 6. Officers’ Rights, Discipline, and Liability: A Legal and Policy-Driven Framework 7. Leadership Roles in Labor Relations: “Navigating the Waters” of Police Unionization 8. Financial Administration: “Doing More with Less” Since the Great Recession 9. Ethics and Accountability: Building a Culture of Integrity and Trust 10. Community Policing and Problem-Solving: Addressing Crime and Disorder 11. Officer Wellness, Safety, and Stress: Identifying and Managing Harms 12. Police Productivity: Improving Performance 13. Managing Homeland Security and Critical Events 14. Technologies for the Tasks: Tools for Today’s Police Leaders