Organization and Management: A Systems and Contingency Approach

by Fremont E. Kast

This book provides a compelling framework for understanding organizations and their management. It integrates traditional and modern approaches by tracing the evolution of a relevant body of knowledge with contributions from organization scientists and management practitioners. The book gives a clear picture of the modern systems and contingency approach and then typically uses this approach throughout the discussion of the relevant dimensions that are important in the study of organization and management.

720 pages, Hardcover

First published February 1, 1985