The Evolution of Management Thought, 4th Edition [Hardcover]

Daniel A. Wren (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 047159752X | ISBN-13: 978-0471597520 | Publication Date: 1994 | Edition: 4

Traces the evolution of management thought from its earliest days to the present by examining the backgrounds, ideas and influences of major contributors. Profiles significant eras in the development of management thought, analyzing various trends and movements. This edition features evolving concepts regarding management theory, education, motivation, leadership and other historically recurring topics, describing them in terms of their influence on today's students. A new chapter explores the dynamic nature of global competition, the ability to cope in a more culturally diverse world, concern about ethics and social responsibility, business and strategy as the integrating task of general management.

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From the Back Cover

What can the past tell you about modern management practice?

A lot more than you might think. By tracing the origin and development of modern management concepts, you can develop a more logical, coherent picture of the present state of management practice, and a deeper understanding of the analytical and conceptual tools of the trade.

The History of Management Thought, Fifth Edition, presents the unfolding story of the lives and times of major figures in the field, as well as the enduring themes and influential ideas that have helped shape management thought––from its earliest, pre-industrial beginnings to modern theories. Throughout this comprehensive history, author Daniel Wren profiles significant eras, and analyzes various trends and movements. Now updated and revised, this Fifth Edition reflects the impact of technology and changing market conditions.

Features

• Presents new sections on technology, discussing its impact on management thought.
• Covers recurring issues in business ethics, corporate governance, and corporate responsibility.
• Includes expanded explanations of developments in organizational theory and strategic management.
• Provides a solid foundation in the history of management thought in a chronological framework.

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About the Author

Daniel A. Wren, Ph.D., University of Illinois, is the David Ross Boyd Professor of Management Emeritus and Curator of the Harry W. Bass Business History Collection at the University of Oklahoma. He has served as President of the Southern Management Association, as Chairman of the Management History Division of the Academy of Management, is a Fellow of the Southern Management Association, and a Fellow of the Academy of Management. He has been honored with the Merrick Foundation Award for teaching excellence and received the Distinguished Educator Award from the national Academy of Management for his contributions "as the foremost management historian of his generation." His research has appeared in numerous scholarly journals and he is the author of White Collar Hobo: The Travels of Whiting Williams (Iowa State University Press) and, with Ronald Greenwood, coauthor of Management Innovators: the people and Ideas that have shaped Modern Business (Oxford University Press). --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 466 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 4 edition (1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 047159752X
• ISBN-13: 978-0471597520
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.8 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,604,059 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, January 26, 2005

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Jimmie F. Voss (Oklahoma City, OK, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Evolution of Management Thought, 4th Edition (Hardcover)

I have enjoyed this book for several years. I was fortunate to have taken a Business History class with Dr. Wren. The book is a well written, easy to understand and follows a logic pattern. I also use it as a reference for other business class. This book is a keeper.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Strong Foundation, February 24, 2006

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MURAT ONUK (Istanbul, Turkey) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The History of Management Thought (Paperback)

This book is a very strong foundation and the starting point for all management students, managers, and leaders, who are willing to learn about management.

Daniel A. Wren, who is one of the most famous management history gurus of our time, provides the basics necessary to understand the evolution of management thought, before jumping into contemporary works on different areas of management.

This book is the latest edition of "The Evolution of Management Thought". Don't be misguided with the slight change in the name from "Evolution" to "History". Previous prints with title "The Evolution of Management Thought" is out-of-print.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The history of management by Wren, April 21, 2005

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Arlene A. Wilson - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Evolution of Management Thought, 4th Edition (Hardcover)

This book is highly reader friendly. it presents the history of management theory, in an easy to understand chroniclogical format. Daniel Wren introduces terminology, theories and paradigms in a manner that is clear, and concise.

This books is a keeper for any business, management or administration majors, in any discipline.