IntroductionWhen we think of a manager, what type of personality comes to mind? Do we see a person like Steve Jobs, capable of determining the future prosperity of a large, for-profit company? Or do we see an administrator of a non-profit organization? (Bailey & Ford, 2006, 7-12) Behind every successful organization is the dedication of a great manager. In every large organization, there is a management hierarchy that ensures that all operations run smoothly without obstacles. To become a role model or a leader, it is the duty of the manager to allocate and utilize all the resources of the organization in the best possible way. The world of work continually evolves over time. There are also changes in the characteristics and qualities of managers who will lead organizations. Work is no longer the same as before, we can see these drastic changes happening before our eyes. There are huge changes in both technology and behavior, not only in our professional lives but also in our personal lives, this means that managers who have been successful in the past does not necessarily mean that they will be successful also in the future. It is very difficult to assess what constitutes the skill set of a great manager that makes him a leader and different from others. To be a successful manager, we must keep up with the changes happening around us. Managers must possess certain qualities that help the organization evolve and succeed in the future. Great managers are those who become a role model for their peers and for society. In order to know the qualities that a great manager possesses, I will do a self-assessment to be a competent manager. The self-assessment will help me identify how I can improve......middle of the article......in conclusion, the essay discussed the qualities required to be a great manager. Through my self-analysis, my background, four tests and five returns, it was assessed that I may be in the right direction!! Even if I have few qualities of a good manager, the question arises of not being in the right line!! However, there are areas of improvement that I need to work on, because no one is perfect, neither am I. There is always room for improvement, which I will do my best. Management is not learned in a day, it must be practiced continuously and I am sure that my managerial skills will improve with experience!! I hope my continued practice and dedication will surely overcome my weakness in the long run!! . Being in Australia and studying at ECU could help me open up and accept new concepts and ideas easily.!!