Professional Work: A Sociological Approach is an introduction examining recent trends in the world of professional work. Authors Kevin Leicht and Mary Fennell review the history and theory of managerial and professional work, and then describe specific contemporary changes in professions and work-settings.

• Provides overview of recent organizational changes in the workplace.
  
• Analyzes current history and theory of managerial and professional work.
  
• Includes definitions of key terms, original tables and figures.