Management Gurus by David Collins
Building upon decades of research, this shortform book distils the rise of management’s gurus. The author analyses the economic and political changes which facilitated the rise of this new group and offers reflections on the controversies around the development of ‘guru theory’ (a reasonably stable and enduring set of assumptions and associated practices). The rise of management gurus is placed in the context of critiques that the field is empty, insubstantial and faddish. With reflections on the contours of ‘the guru industry’ and insights into the world of "management speak", the text highlights conceptual, methodological and empirical failings and suggests a radical reconceptualisation of the guru-as-performer. This concise book from a global expert on the topic is essential reading for researchers of business and management as well as an insightful addition to the wider social science library.'This succinct and to-the-point volume exemplifies the rigor insight and originality with which David Collins continues to address the Management Guru phenomenonIt is a must for researchers and students in business and management, and for the general reader.' -- Bill Cooke, Chair in Strategy, University of York Management School, UK
David Collins is Professor in Management and Dean of the Suffolk Business School, University of Suffolk, UK.
| SKU | NIN9780367520472 |
| ISBN 13 | 9780367520472 |
| ISBN 10 | 0367520478 |
| Title | Management Gurus |
| Author | David Collins |
| Series | State Of The Art In Business Research |
| Condition | New |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 2024-01-29 |
| Number of pages | 134 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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