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This chapter from the third edition of "Management Research" delves into the relationship between management models and various research methodologies. It emphasizes the unique nature of management research compared to other social sciences and explores its implications for both understanding and practice. The chapter outlines different modes of research including applied, action, and pure research, providing a comprehensive overview of how these methodologies contribute to the field of management. Further reading suggestions are included for those interested in exploring organizational studies and management development.
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MANAGEMENT RESEARCH Third Edition, 2008 Prof. M. Easterby-Smith, Prof. R. Thorpe, Prof. Paul R. Jackson CHAPTER 1 Introduction
Learning Objectives • To appreciate the link between models of management and different types of research. • To understand the distinctive nature of management research. • To explore how research may contribute both to the understanding and practice of management
Why Does Management Research Different from Other Social Science Research?
Implications of Distinctive Features of Management Research
Different Kinds of Management Research • Mode 1, Mode 2 and Mode 1 ½ Research • Applied Research, Action Research and Pure Research
Further Reading • Grey, C. (2005)A Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book about Studying Organizations.London: Sage. • Mintzberg, H. (2005)Managers Not MBAs: A Hard Look at the Soft Practice of Managing and Management Development.San Francisco:Berrett-Koehler.