A General Contingency Theory of Management
- 1 April 1977
- journal article
- Published by Academy of Management in Academy of Management Review
- Vol. 2 (2) , 181-195
- https://doi.org/10.5465/amr.1977.4409038
Abstract
Recent formal recognition of situational influences on the management of complex organizations has led to an increasing number of contingency models, but a comprehensive and integrative theoretical framework for contingency management has been lacking. A General Contingency Theory (GCT) of Management is introduced as an overall framework that integrates the diverse process, quantitative and behavioral approaches to management; incorporates the environment; and begins to bridge the gap between management theory and practice.Keywords
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