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Book SynopsisOrganization Theory offers a clear and comprehensive introduction to the study of organizations and organizing processes. Through the unique three-perspective approach, students are challenged to explain, explore, and evaluate organizational theory, drawing on their own experiences as well as the book''s diverse practical examples.The fourth edition includes a host of new learning features, which examine the practicality of theorizing and encourage students to broaden their intellectual reach. ''Theory to Practice'' boxes and case studies highlight organizing processes in a range of settings, either through real-life, business examples or through exercises that encourage students to apply the theory to organizations they know or organizing experiences of their own. ''Think like a Theorist'' and ''Exercise Those Perspectives'' boxes then encourage students to actively theorize and evaluate, developing essential critical thinking skills and a greater understanding of the complex knowledg
Trade ReviewThe most useful introductory text on organization theory there is. * Ian Storer, Sheffield Hallam University *
A text that will genuinely help a student be an organization theorist. * Gemma Donnelly-Cox, Trinity College Dublin *
The comprehensiveness of the approach is beyond question. * Dr Sandra Pereira, University of Warwick *
This is an excellent textbook. * Dr Marco Berti, University of Technology, Sydney *
Very good, very accessible, very relevant. * Dr Beryl Bellman, California State University Los Angeles *
Table of ContentsPart One: What is Organization Theory?Organization theory and its multiple perspectivesA brief history of organization theoryPart Two: Core Concepts and TheoriesOrganization-environment relationsOrganizational social structureOrganizational technologyOrganizational cultureThe physical structure of built space in organizationsPart Three: Themes and ApplicationsPower in and around organizations: Organizational politics, conflict, and controlOrganizational identity at Carlsberg Group
