[PDF] Organizational Theory And Inquiry eBook

Author : Yvonna S. Lincoln
Publisher : SAGE Publications, Incorporated
Page : 231 pages
File Size : 25,7 MB
Release : 1985-09-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780803924956

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The transition from viewing organizations as bureaucracies towards seeing them in metaphoric terms is a contemporary break with past organizational theory. But to investigate the similarities between real organizations and the metaphors describing their functions and context, a shift in both methods of inquiry and organizational theory must take place. This volume explores the paradigm shift at three levels: an overview of historical roots; an explication of terminology, metaphors and constructs; and the practical application of these new organizational inquiry methods, especially for actual research practices and policy analysis applications.

Author : Craig C. Lundberg
Publisher : Stanford University Press
Page : 562 pages
File Size : 28,24 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780804741538

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Most books about research address the ?how to” of inquiry, rather than the ?why.” Foundations for Inquiry enlightens readers about the variety of philosophic assumptions regarding inquiry and organizational phenomena; demonstrates how these assumptions shape subsequent choices about theories; and shows how theoretical and philosophic choices consequently shape and guide the research process.

Author : Hallie Preskill
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 41,9 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780761904540

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Author : Haridimos Tsoukas
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 48,47 MB
Release : 2011-02-03
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0857245961

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What is the relationship between philosophy and organization theory (OT)? This title includes the papers that explore connections between several streams in philosophy and OT. It explores the question: What does a particular philosophy contribute to OT?

Author : Mary Jo Hatch
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 38,79 MB
Release : 2006-02-02
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780199260218

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Organization Theory offers a clear and comprehensive introduction to the study of organizations and organizing processes. It encourages an even-handed appreciation of the different perspectives contributing to our knowledge of organizations and challenges readers to broaden their intellectual reach.

Author : Ulla Eriksson-Zetterquist
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 41,68 MB
Release : 2011-03-24
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0199569304

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This new text takes a unique practice-based approach, identifying questions, problems and issues that are perceived as pertinent by practitioners, and using these as the starting point to identify the relevant theories.

Author : Jeffrey Pfeffer
Publisher : Boston : Pitman
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 20,81 MB
Release : 1982
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN :

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Overview of behavioural sciences social theories concerning organization behaviour - reviews and compares three major theoretical perspectives (purposive or goal directed, externally constrained, and social constructionist) at the level of individual, group and organization behaviour, with reference to relevant social research; considers the practical application of these theories in office job design and personnel management. Bibliography.

Author : Ann L Cunliffe
Publisher : SAGE Publications Limited
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 46,83 MB
Release : 2008-03-13
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781412935494

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The Sage Course Companion on organization theory is an accessible introduction to a challenging subject area. This book helps readers extend their understanding of theories and make the connection between these theories and organizational practice. It enhances their thinking skills in line with course requirements and provides support on how to revise for exams and prepare for and write assessed pieces. Readers are encouraged not only to think like an organizational theorist but also to think about the subject critically.