In Organization Theory: Management and Leadership Analysis, Jesper Blomberg explores organization theory and management, analyzing organizations through four theoretical frameworks: the structural framework, the Human Resources framework, the power framework and the symbolic framework.

The third edition has been fully updated and now includes substantial coverage of the following topics and their implications for organization theory:

  • Information and communication technologies (ICT)
  • Digitalization
  • Artificial intelligence
  • Algorithmic control

This book is suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying Organization Theory and Management.

The book is complemented by PowerPoint slides and a Teaching Guide for lecturers.

Jesper Blomberg is Associate Professor at the Stockholm School of Economics, Sweden.

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This concise organization theory textbook provides students with four theoretical frameworks that students can use to analyse complex organizational issues.
Chapter 1 An Introduction to Organization Theory, Management and Leadership Analysis Chapter 2 Structures, Formalized Processes and Rational Decisions – The Basics of the Structural Framework Chapter 3 An In-Depth Structural Framework – ICT, Lean, Team, Leadership and Projects Chapter 4 Human Resources, Relations and Competence – The Basics of the HR Framework Chapter 5 An In-Depth HR Framework – Motivation, Learning, Teams, Agile work and Leadership Chapter 6 Stakeholders, Power, Politics and Conflict – The Basics of the Power Framework Chapter 7 The Power Framework In Depth – Structures, Norms and Fair Organizations Chapter 8 Organizational Culture, Values, Interpretations and Norms – The Basics of the Symbolic Framework Chapter 9 An In-Depth Symbolic Framework – Micro, Meso and Macro Chapter 10 A Case Study in Theory-Driven Practical Analysis Case Study Zone
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781036208172
Publisert
2026-02-25
Utgave
3. utgave
Utgiver
SAGE Publications Ltd
Vekt
620 gr
Høyde
246 mm
Bredde
189 mm
Aldersnivå
U, 05
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
344

Forfatter

Biografisk notat

Jesper Blomberg is Associate Professor at the Stockholm School of Economics, where he also earned his PhD. His current research includes project management, with both an instrumental and critical stance, organizational analysis of the finance sector, as well as sustainable leadership and resilient organizing. Blomberg has published several books and articles covering, organization and management theory, project management and organizational finance. He is also an appreciated lecturer both by graduate students, executive education participants and by professionals and managers.