Introduction

Kazuhito Isomura ()
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Kazuhito Isomura: Chuo University

Chapter Chapter 1 in Chester I. Barnard: Innovator of Organization Theory, 2023, pp 3-14 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract C. I. Barnard was the founder and innovator of organization theory through the publication of his seminal book, The Functions of the Executive. This book attempts to clarify systematically and faithfully Barnard’s contributions to organization and management studies. First, this chapter describes the aim and scope of this book; second, it explains the research method and design used to accomplish its aim; it then presents an overview of the book; and finally, it illustrates the book’s originality and outlines its contributions to the study of Barnard’s management thought.

Keywords: C. I. Barnard; The functions of the executive; Organization and management theory; Experience and observation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-7039-1_1

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