Power plays a central role in business and management. But what is power exactly, and what are key elements of this concept? Defining power as relative ability, this book discusses structures of power, individual power, the exercise of power, strategy, and collective power.
Demystifies business by unveiling power as the central force behind many of its complexities
Expansive engagement with interdisciplinary writers on power
Connects scholarly theories to conversations and debates about organisational life
Reinoud Bosch, PhD, is an independent academic with a background in technical computer science, economics, and political and social sciences. He has held positions at and performed assignments for Nyenrode Business University, the University of Amsterdam Business School, the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences, Rotterdam School of Management at Erasmus University, and the European University Institute.
1 What is power? 2 Structures of power 3 Individual power 4 Exercising power 5 Strategy 6 Collective power