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An Introduction to the Philosophy of Management
Paul Griseri
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Description for An Introduction to the Philosophy of Management
Paperback. An introduction to key philosphical concepts applied to the funamental issues in management and organizations. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: HP; KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 157 x 10. Weight in Grams: 278.
What and who is business for? What exactly is work and how can we distinguish it from other activity? Do businesses operate along different ethical lines from individuals?
What and who is business for? What exactly is work and how can we distinguish it from other activity? Do businesses operate along different ethical lines from individuals?
This clear and accessible text introduces key philosophical concepts and ideas and applies them to fundamental issues in management and organizations. Written for business and management students with no previous knowledge of philosophy, this text will lead readers to question the basic assumptions widely made about business and management.
An Introduction to the Philosophy of Management is packed with case studies and examples which provoke thought and discussion. Coverage ... Read more
Key features:
- Boxed definitions of key concepts
- Real life case studies and examples
- Questions for Reflection
- Further reading
This text is essential reading for any business and management student wanting to think creatively.
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Product Details
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
Weight
278g
Number of Pages
176
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781446246979
SKU
V9781446246979
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Ref
99-1
About Paul Griseri
Paul Griseri has worked in management and business education for over twenty five years, and has taught philosophically related subjects to business students at all levels - from pre-undergraduate through to doctoral levels. He has a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Kent, and Postgraduate Diplomas in Management and Human Resource Management. Paul has published several books applying philosophical ... Read more
Reviews for An Introduction to the Philosophy of Management
′This innovative text offers a radically different approach to understanding the core management issues of today. I thoroughly recommend this book to all students of management′ A/Prof Mark Dibben Head of the School of Management at the University of Tasmania, Australia ′Finally, a book that explores the important philosophical questions in management theory ... Read more