Management Gurus: A Research Overview

The rise of management gurus is examined in this short form book, which discusses the economic and political changes that have enabled them to emerge and offers critiques of the field. It suggests a radical reconceptualization of the guru-as-performer and is essential reading for researchers and students of business and management.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 134 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This concise book, which builds on decades of research, delves into the emergence of management gurus. The author examines the economic and political factors that contributed to their rise and offers insights into the controversies surrounding the development of 'guru theory.' The book also critiques the field for being empty, insubstantial, and faddish. It highlights conceptual, methodological, and empirical shortcomings and proposes a radical reconceptualization of the guru-as-performer.

The rise of management gurus is contextualized within critiques that argue the field lacks substance, significance, and staying power. The text explores the contours of the 'guru industry' and provides insights into the world of management speak. It identifies conceptual, methodological, and empirical flaws and suggests a transformative reimagining of the guru as a performer.

This book, written by a renowned global expert on the subject, is a valuable resource for researchers in business and management as well as an insightful addition to the broader social science library. It offers a comprehensive and insightful examination of the rise of management gurus, their impact on the field, and the challenges and opportunities they present.

Weight: 249g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367520472