Philosophy and Theory in Management Research

This course introduces the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of management research. The course aims to familiarize students with the core philosophical and metatheoretical issues and controversies that underlie the practice of management research as a social science.

In that it seeks to sensitize students to the essential choices they will be called upon to make as researchers. The course also illustrates the key role of theory and theorizing in management research, guiding students as they craft
a conceptual paperuring the course, the concept of the “good organization” is explored and how organizations, teams, and individuals can contribute to addressing the grand challenges of our time. Organizing for Good in the Digital Age is an interactive class aimed at collaboratively developing an understanding of what it means to do good and how organizations can focus on ethical practices.