In a world facing multiple crises, our foundational institutions are failing to offer effective solutions. Drawing on the emerging consilience of knowledge, Michael Pirson debunks the fundamental yet outdated assumptions of human nature that guide twentieth-century management theory and practice - as captured in the 'economistic' paradigm - and instead provides an urgently needed conceptual and practical 'humanistic' framework, based on the protection of human dignity and the promotion of well-being. By outlining the science-based pillars of this innovative system, Pirson provides a twenty first-century model for the responsible twenty first-century leader seeking sustainable ways to organize in a world of crisis. Highlighting relevant applications for research, practice, teaching and policy, this book is ideal for graduate students and professionals seeking to develop their understanding of responsible business, business ethics and corporate responsibility.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2017-09-14
Mått:152 x 227 x 14 mm
Vikt:510 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:310
Förlag:Cambridge University Press
ISBN:9781316613719

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Michael Pirson is Professor of Management, Global Sustainability, and Social Entrepreneurship, and Director of the Center for Humanistic Management at Fordham University, New York. He co-founded the Humanistic Management Network and serves as editor of the Humanistic Management Journal. He has won numerous awards, including those from the Academy of Management, and has published extensively on humanistic management, philosophy and business ethics.

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'Read this important, accessible, and beautifully-developed book. You will be glad you did!' Sandra Waddock, Galligan Chair of Strategy, Carroll School Scholar of Corporate Responsibility, Boston College

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Introduction; Part I. Foundations of Humanistic Management: 1. Two narratives for business; 2. Understanding human nature; 3. A novel humanistic synthesis; 4. Economistic and humanistic perspectives on organizing; 5. Pillars of humanistic management: dignity and well-being; 6. Economistic and humanistic archetypes of management; Part II. Applications of Humanistic Management: 7. Developing humanistic management research; 8. Developing humanistic management practice; 9. Developing humanistic management pedagogy; 10. Developing humanistic management policy; Concluding remarks.