Philosophies of Organizational Change by Aaron Ct Smith

Philosophies of Organizational Change by Aaron Ct Smith

This revised and extended second edition evaluates the diverse approaches to organizational change that have defined the field. Explaining the assumptions and implications that accompany these diverse philosophies, this book demystifies the complexities of conflicting perspectives and delivers valuable insights into the research and practice of organizational change.   Philosophies of Organizational Change employs a critical analysis of scholarly writings that have shaped the evolution of alternative perspectives on change. It examines twelve unique approaches to change, charting the territory from philosophy and theory to practice and implications. By uncovering the deep assumptions associated with organizational change, the book supplies readers with a comprehensive analytical toolkit with which to pursue change in an unprecedented era of organizational disruption. Offering a guide through contradictory approaches to implementing change, this book will appeal to scholars and researchers in organization theory. It will also be valuable for MBA and DBA students, as well as undergraduate business students engaging with critical debates on theories and tools for introducing change.

‘With impressive clarity and depth, this new edition of Philosophies of Organizational Change provides a map to guide us through the expansive terrain of change theoryIt disentangles nearly a century of different interpretations and reveals how making sense of competing perspectives can lead to new insights. Philosophies of Organizational Change is a great resource for any scholar, student or practitioner who wants to prosper in a turbulent and uncertain organizational world where change is the only remaining constant.’ -- Wendy K. Smith, University of Delaware, US

Aaron C.T. Smith, Professor of Management, Newcastle Business School, University of Newcastle, Australia and Professor of Sport Business and Innovation, Institute for Sport Business, Loughborough University London, UK, James Skinner, Dean and Professor of Sport Business, Newcastle Business School, College of Human and Social Futures, University of Newcastle, Australia and Daniel Read, Senior Lecturer, Institute for Sport Business, Loughborough University London, UK

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ISBN 13	9781800888432
ISBN 10	1800888430
Title	Philosophies of Organizational Change
Author	Aaron Ct Smith
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
Year published	2021-05-07
Number of pages	328
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