Business in society : people, work and organizations
by
Erickson, Mark, 1964-
Title
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Business in society : people, work and organizations
Author
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Erickson, Mark, 1964-
ISBN
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9780745642321
9780745642338
Publication Information
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Cambridge : Polity, 2009.
Physical Description
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ix, 310 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
Contents
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Introduction -- Understanding societies: from capitalism to post-industrialism -- Societies and change: globalization and the knowledge-based economy -- The nature of work -- The meaning of work -- Changing organizations? -- Managers, workers and behaviour in organizations -- Social divisions and inequalities -- Work, community and action -- Conclusion : Looking to the future.
Abstract
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What's the point of studying business from a social perspective? How can sociology aid my understanding of the big issues facing businesses today? Can thinking sociologically really equip me better for a career in business? This text provides an indispensable introduction to business and organizations from a social perspective.
Subject Term
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Organizational sociology.
Management -- Sociological aspects.
Added Author
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Erickson, Mark, 1964-
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