Is Management a science?

Is Management a science?

Frederick Winslow Taylor's 1914 treatise on The Principles of Scientific Management led to the emergence of the field of study known as management. The central question that existed in Taylor's time and remains today is whether management is a science? Are there enduring principles across...

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Veröffentlicht in:Managerial and decision economics 1994-09, Vol.15 (5), p.399-400
1. Verfasser: Boyes, William J.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
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Economics
Free agency
Laboratories
Professional baseball
Success
Wages & salaries
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Zusammenfassung:Frederick Winslow Taylor's 1914 treatise on The Principles of Scientific Management led to the emergence of the field of study known as management. The central question that existed in Taylor's time and remains today is whether management is a science? Are there enduring principles across time and culture that ensure success? Should a 'good manager' be able to manage any enterprise...
ISSN:0143-6570
1099-1468
DOI:10.1002/mde.4090150502