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ISBN 10: 0198716923

ISBN 13: 978-0198716921

Author: Paul Willman 

Management is a fragmented and interdisciplinary area of study, with a lot of academic branches. Willman argues this tree is narrower at its roots, and these roots lie primarily in social science. Key to the purpose of the book is to present management theory as applied social science.

Developed out of a core management course at Master’s level, this book introduces the field to students who may have little prior knowledge of management. Willman interprets ‘management’ broadly to embrace the sub-disciplines of strategy, finance, accounting, marketing, organisational behaviour and operations management. The text aims to show how they arose and how they relate, thus engaging the reader in a little history.

The book is integrative, in that it seeks to find common concerns in disparate literatures. It is also critical in that it seeks to comparatively evaluate contributions to the management field both in terms of theoretical contribution and practical impact. It is intended to be accessible to a range of readers, presenting technical materials in an informal way. Finally, it is introductory in that it assumes no previous knowledge of the academic management field.

Understanding Management The Social Science Foundations 1st Table of contents: 

1. Introduction to Management and Social Sciences

• Defining Management: Roles and Functions

• The Evolution of Management Thought

• The Role of Social Sciences in Understanding Management

• Interdisciplinary Approaches to Management

• Key Theories and Frameworks in Social Sciences Relevant to Management

2. Management and Organizational Behavior

• Theories of Organizational Behavior

• Motivation in the Workplace

• Personality and Work Behavior

• Theories of Leadership and Influence

• Communication and Teamwork in Organizations

• Organizational Culture and Its Impact on Behavior

3. Decision-Making and Problem-Solving

• Decision-Making Models: Rational, Bounded Rationality, and Intuitive Models

• Cognitive Biases in Decision-Making

• Group Decision-Making and Consensus Building

• Ethical Decision-Making in Management

• Problem-Solving Frameworks and Techniques

4. Management Theories: Classical and Modern Approaches

• Classical Management Theories: Taylorism, Fayol, and Weber

• Human Relations Movement and Behavioral Theories

• Contingency Theory: Adapting to Changing Environments

• Systems Theory and Its Application in Management

• Modern Approaches: Complexity Theory, Lean Management, and Agile Practices

5. Leadership and Power in Organizations

• Theories of Leadership: Trait, Behavioral, Contingency, and Transformational

• Power and Influence: Sources of Power in Organizations

• Ethical Leadership and Corporate Social Responsibility

• Leadership in Crisis and Change Management

• Developing Leadership Skills in Managers

6. Organizational Structure and Design

• Types of Organizational Structures: Functional, Divisional, Matrix, and Networked

• The Impact of Organizational Design on Management and Performance

• Organizational Change and Redesign

• Managing Organizational Complexity

• Aligning Structure and Strategy for Organizational Success

7. Human Resource Management and Organizational Development

• Key Functions of Human Resource Management

• Recruitment, Selection, and Employee Development

• Motivation and Performance Management

• Organizational Development and Change Interventions

• The Role of HRM in Shaping Organizational Culture

8. Management of Innovation and Knowledge

• Theories of Innovation and Creativity in Organizations

• Managing Knowledge and Intellectual Capital

• Fostering a Culture of Innovation

• Technology and Its Impact on Management and Innovation

• Managing R&D and Product Development Processes

9. Social Responsibility, Ethics, and Corporate Governance

• Understanding Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

• Ethical Decision-Making in Management

• Corporate Governance: Structures and Principles

• Managing Stakeholder Relationships

• The Role of Management in Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship

10. Strategic Management and Planning

• Key Concepts in Strategic Management

• The Strategic Management Process

• Environmental Analysis and Industry Dynamics

• Competitive Strategy: Porter’s Frameworks

• Formulation and Implementation of Strategy

• Measuring Strategic Performance

11. Globalization and International Management

• The Impact of Globalization on Management Practices

• Cross-Cultural Management and Communication

• Managing International Operations and Global Teams

• International Trade and Market Entry Strategies

• Global Management and Leadership Competencies

12. Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Management

• The Role of Entrepreneurs in Economic Development

• Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs

• Startups and Small Business Management

• Innovation and Strategic Thinking in Entrepreneurship

• Managing Entrepreneurial Ventures in a Competitive Environment

13. Management in a Changing World: Challenges and Opportunities

• The Future of Work: Digital Transformation and Automation

• Managing Remote and Hybrid Teams

• Global Crises and Their Impact on Management Practices

• The Role of Management in Building Resilient Organizations

• Future Trends in Leadership, Technology, and Organizational Design

14. Conclusion: Integrating the Social Science Foundations of Management

• Summary of Key Social Science Theories in Management

• Practical Applications of Management Theories

• Developing Effective Management Practices

• The Evolving Role of Managers in the 21st Century

• Preparing for the Future of Management

15. Appendices

• A: Key Concepts and Definitions in Management

• B: Additional Reading and Resources

• C: Case Studies in Management Practice

• D: Index

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