This document summarizes several topics in management theory and practice. It discusses how management has enabled humans to accomplish feats for thousands of years by providing stable focus and communication. It also outlines the principal activities in management processes, which require decision making, technical, human, and conceptual skills. Additionally, the document notes that globalization refers to unprecedented business relationships and complexity. Culture reflects how groups deal with their environment and is a key to success. Quality management and customer satisfaction were also important factors for Japanese companies after World War II. Decision making identifies opportunities, and control establishes standards to measure and correct performance.