Description
A realist's guide to management, the authors capture the complex life of organizations, providing not only an account of theories, but also an introduction to their practice with examples from everyday life and culture discussing the key themes and debates along the way.
Intended as a 'travel guide' to the world of management, the content contains reliable maps of the terrain, critical viewpoints, with ways forward outlined, and an exploration of the nooks, crannies and byways whilst still observing the main thoroughfares. This is a resource that will help navigate this world, encouraging the reader to explore not only the new, exciting and brilliant aspects, but also some dark sides as well.
Revised case studies examining key organizational issues and exploring diverse scenarios.
Even more examples and cases throughout covering the most current examples from the business world – e.g. Airbnb, Uber, Spotify.
A free interactive eBook* featuring author videos, web-links to news articles and Ted Talks, multiple choice questions, flashcards, SAGE journal articles and other relevant links, allowing access on the go and encouraging learning and retention whatever the reading or learning style.
Suitable for students studying Organisational Behaviour, Managing People in Organisations and Introductory Management courses taking an Organisational Behaviour slant.
Table of Contents
Introduction
PART ONE: Managing People in Organizations
Chapter 1: Managing and Organizations in Changing Contexts
Chapter 2: Managing Sensemaking
Chapter 3: Managing Individuals
Chapter 4: Managing Teams and Groups
Chapter 5: Managing Leading, Coaching, and Motivating
Chapter 6: Managing Human Resources
PART TWO: Managing Organizational Practices
Chapter 7: Managing Cultures
Chapter 8: Managing Conflict
Chapter 9: Managing Power, Politics, and Decision-Making in Organizations
Chapter 11: Managing Knowledge and Learning
Chapter 12: Managing Innovation and Change
Chapter 13: Managing Social Responsibilty Ethically
Stewart R Clegg - University of Technology Sydney, Australia Martin Kornberger - EMLYON Business School Tyrone Pitsis - Durham University, UK; The University of Technology, Sydney, Australia