Debating Organization - Point-Counterpoint in Organization Studies (Paperback, New)

Since the publication of Burrell and Morgan's "Sociological Paradigms and Organization Theory" in 1979, organization studies has been the site of lively debate, centered on significant 'paradigm differences' between theorists who take divergent positions on a range of important research issues. In this volume, major figures in the field articulate these opposing arguments in an innovative 'point' and 'counterpoint' structure. Leading exponents of different theories, including Bill McKelvey, Karl E. Weick, Barbara Czarniawska, Roderick M. Kramer and Lex Donaldson, present their case in counterpoint to their adversaries, challenging readers to engage in the dialogue. The arguments are signposted in an introduction by the editors, who are acclaimed academics in their own right.

The volume as a whole serves as an original and timely introduction to the central tensions and debates in organization studies, while its multifaceted approach celebrates the productive heterogeneity of the field.

General

Imprint:	Blackwell Publishers
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	March 2003
First published:	May 2003
Authors:	R. Westwood
Dimensions:	236 x 173 x 23mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	420
Edition:	New
ISBN-13:	978-0-631-21693-3
Categories:	Books > Business & Economics > Business & management > Management & management techniques > Organizational theory & behaviour
LSN:	0-631-21693-6
Barcode:	9780631216933

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