An Introduction to the Philosophy of Management - Couverture souple

Griseri, Paul

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1446246965 ISBN 13 : 9781446246962

Editeur : SAGE Publications Ltd, 2013

Synopsis

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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 includes crucial topics such as business ethics, culture and leadership.

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.

 

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

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 ideas in business contexts, and is currently the Managing Editor of the journal Philosophy of Management.

À propos de la quatrième de couverture

An introduction to key philosphical concepts applied to the funamental issues in management and organizations.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: SAGE Publications Ltd
• Date d'édition: 2013
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1446246965
• ISBN 13: 9781446246962
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 164
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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