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Thirst for A New Management Theory
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Purpose: This paper evaluates some recent articles concerning the management theory. The paper stresses upon the need for reformation of management theories.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The paper is presented mainly as a viewpoint based on some recent pieces of literature and original arguments.
Findings: The paper observes that business is a part of the larger existential order and needs to play a role in helping humans meet their goals of continuous happiness and prosperity. There is need for a new business theory that contextualizes the human face of business and emerges as a humane model of business.
Originality/ Value: The paper brings together various pieces of literature from inter-disciplinary fields and puts them together in the context of management theory.
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