Chapter 8: Developing theory about the development of theory
Henry Mintzberg
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Handbook Chapter
Published:
29 Dec 2017
Page Range:
177–196
Collection:
Business 2017
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.4337/9781783473250.00017
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This chapter provides a unique perspective on how to develop new theory. The chapter begins by describing what theory is not: it is not true, objective, or deductive. From there, the chapter explores what theory and theory development might actually be. In the most expansive section, the chapter articulates 20 points that constitute a unique approach to developing theory. These 20 points constitute a a rich set of observations on theory building that are more interesting and relevant than they are rigorous or tested.

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Cover Handbook of Middle Management Strategy Process Research
Handbook of Middle Management Strategy Process Research
Edited by
Steven W. Floyd
and
Bill Wooldridge
Handbook
Published:
29 Dec 2017
Print ISBN:
9781783473243
eISBN:
9781783473250
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.4337/9781783473250
Collection:
Business 2017
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