Organizational Change

by Myers, Sally Hulks, Liz Wiggins

Written by scholars who also work as consultants, Organizational Perspectives on Theory and Practice combines rigorous theoretical exploration with practical insights from the field. Authors Piers Myers, Sally Hulks, and Liz Wiggins offer a truly fresh and authentic approach, providing a broad and in-depth look at organizational change that integrates multiple perspectives. Tacking the key issues--including why change happens, what changes, and how change is achieved--this unique volume encompasses the emotional and psychological dimensions of change that are often neglected in other textbooks. It considers culture, politics, and organizational learning and also reviews a range of current change methodologies. Each chapter features case studies and reflective exercises that illustrate themes. A Companion Website offers resources for both students and instructors.

384 pages, Paperback

First published February 2, 2012