Organizational Theory in Higher Education

Organizational Theory in Higher Education

by Kathleen Manning
Organizational Theory in Higher Education

Organizational Theory in Higher Education

by Kathleen Manning

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Overview

The third edition of Organizational Theory in Higher Education is a comprehensive and accessible treatment of organizational theory and higher education administration. Through her presentation of both traditional and contemporary organizational theories, noted scholar Kathleen Manning offers a multi-faceted take on the models and lenses through which higher education can be viewed.

Chapters discuss the disciplinary foundation, uses, constructs, and assumptions of each organizational theory, including theories often excluded from the literature like organized anarchy, feminist, loosely coupled systems, and queer theory. Each chapter concludes with a case study and discussion questions that encourage the reader to make connections to their practice. Combining theory and practice, Manning’s rich, interdisciplinary treatment enables leaders to gain a fuller understanding of the perspectives that operate on college campuses and ways to enact inclusive, ethical change in the context of new and continuing challenges.

New to this Edition:

  • A new chapter on Queer Theory that presents more socially just approaches to institutional organization;
  • A new chapter on Loosely Coupled Systems presenting application of this theory to higher education settings;
  • Revised chapters, updated theory, and new coverage that reflect current issues, such as pandemic, crisis responses, and social media;
  • Several new and revised case studies to address contemporary issues and align with current realities of higher education;
  • Updated and enhanced discussion questions to continue the conversation.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781032389806
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Publication date: 06/13/2024
Series: Core Concepts in Higher Education
Edition description: 3rd ed.
Pages: 248
Product dimensions: 7.00(w) x 10.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Kathleen Manning is Professor Emerita of Higher Education and Student Affairs at the University of Vermont, USA.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction  2. Bureaucracy  Case: Executive Leadership and the Corporatization of Higher Education  3. Collegium  Case:  Collegiality and Disciplinary Loyalty in Reappointment, Promotion, and Tenure  4. Cultural  Case: What’s in a Name? The Controversy over Renaming a Building  5. Feminist  Case: A Clash of Collaborative and Competitive Leadership Styles  6. Loosely Coupled Systems  Case: Disaster Capitalism  7. Organized Anarchy  Case:  A Change in Mission Generates Disruption  8. Political  Case: The Merger of Hispanic-Serving and Predominantly White Institutions  9. Queer Theory  Case: Chosen Name and Gender Project  10. Spiritual  Case: The Integrative Pedagogy Initiative  11. Conclusions

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