Organization theory : structure, design, and applications

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Organization theory : structure, design, and applications

Stephen P. Robbins

(Prentice Hall International editions)

Prentice-Hall International, c1990

3rd ed

  • : pbk

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Includes bibliographical references and indexes

Description and Table of Contents

Description

This practical, management-oriented text blends theory with real-world examples to help students grasp the complexities of organizational theory. Among the new features that have been added to the third edition are essential concepts illustrated with examples from publications such as "The Wall Street Journal", "Business Week" and "Forbes"; 10 new case studies of well-known corporations; a revised chapter on strategy including new material on types of strategy, strategic dimensions, Porter's competitive strategies and Miller's integrative framework; a discussion of the effect of computer and management information systems in the field; a consideration of tactics for implementing change; an exploration of innovative organization; and an examination of network structure.

Table of Contents

I. INTRODUCTION: WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT? An Overview. The Evolution of Organization Theory. Organizational Effectiveness. Dimensions of Organization Structure. II. THE DETERMINANTS: WHAT CAUSES STRUCTURES? Strategy. Organization Size. Technology. Environment. Power-Control. III. ORGANIZATIONAL DESIGN: CHOOSING THE RIGHT STRUCTURAL FORM. Organizational Design Options. Bureaucracy: A Closer Look. Adhocracy: A Closer Look. IV. APPLICATIONS: CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN ORGANIZATION THEORY. Managing the Environment. Managing Organizational Change. Managing Organizational Conflict. Managing Organizational Culture. Managing Organizational Evolution. V. APPLICATIONS: CASES IN ORGANIZATION THEORY.

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  • NCID
    BA50724957
  • ISBN
    • 0136398324
  • Country Code
    uk
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    London
  • Pages/Volumes
    xxiii, 552 p.
  • Size
    22 cm
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