Social learning for management development

2016 ◽  
Vol 48 (1) ◽  
pp. 38-41
Author(s):  
Philip LeNir
Keyword(s):  
Social Learning ◽  
Small Groups ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Management Education ◽  
Management Development ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Pedagogical Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to introduce social learning for management development. Design/methodology/approach – The paper introduces perspectives on how managers learn to be managers in organizations. And introduces Mintzberg’s approach to management education and discusses how it is being applied to management development directly in the workplace. Findings – Mintzbergs approach to management education, when used in the context of management development directly in the workplace, leads to an approach which allows for self-directed learning in small groups. Research limitations/implications – None. Practical implications – L & D practitioners need to experiment and pilot truly novel pedagogical approaches to management development in their organizations. Originality/value – This paper introduces the thinking that led to a novel pedagogical approach to management development under the theme of social learning.

Equality of mentoring and coaching opportunity: making both available to pre-service teachers

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 69-82 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tina Salter
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Deficit Model ◽  
Qualified Teachers ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore why mentoring is preferred over coaching when supporting pre-service teachers, compared with other stages in a teacher’s career where coaching is more readily available. Design/methodology/approach – The paper first draws upon pre-existing literature which addresses the ways in which mentoring is used for pre-service teachers; followed by a discussion of the place and use of coaching within education. It then focuses on data generated from interviews with senior teachers responsible for the induction of pre-service teachers within three UK-based secondary schools and compares this to findings about mentor and coach approaches used in other sectors or contexts. Findings – Findings point towards an imbalance in the use of mentoring and coaching within education, with a particular underuse of coaching for pre-service teachers. Some mentoring (and indeed coaching) interventions are founded on a deficit model; therefore mentors of pre-service teachers could be helped and supported to make greater use of a mentor-coach integrated asset-based approach, which encourages the use of reflection and self-directed learning. Practical implications – Schools using internal mentors for pre-service teachers, or internal coaches for post-qualified teachers, could benefit from understanding what a mentor-coach integrated approach might look like, founded on an asset-based model. Originality/value – The literature is limited with regards to the use of coaching for pre-service teachers. This paper examines the use of mentoring and coaching within schools in a more balanced way; questioning the underlying beliefs about the purpose of mentoring and coaching and whether or not these are based on deficit or asset-based models.

Students' perceptions of education for sustainable development

2014 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 242-253 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yvonne Zeegers ◽  
Ian Francis Clark
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Pedagogical Approach ◽  
Data Set ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Tertiary Institutions ◽  
Reflective Journal ◽  
Reflective Journals ◽  
The Social ◽  
Perceptions Of Education ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – This study investigated whether a course which focused on raising students' awareness of sustainability, from a balanced perspective, that is, one which gives equal consideration to the social and economic aspects as well as the environmental would produce graduates with the knowledge and commitment required to drive the sustainability agenda forward. The paper aims to discuss these issues. Design/methodology/approach – An analysis of students' final entries in their reflective journal was used to explore whether their views on sustainability reflected a balanced view. Findings – The findings of this research confirmed previous studies showed that initially students do have an enviro-centric bias. It also showed that despite experiencing a pedagogical approach which challenged views by encouraging discussion, debate, and reflection and which provided what was considered to be a balanced view of sustainability, many of the students still leaned towards an environmentally focused perspective of sustainability. Research limitations/implications – The conclusions are based on one data set but are supported by other data described in the paper. Practical implications – The finding led the authors to conclude that a concerted holistic effort within and across courses is needed within tertiary institutions if students' views about sustainability are to be challenged. Originality/value – The outcomes demonstrate that students' reflective journals can be used to gather information about the change in students' perceptions about sustainability.

The retail banking industry in 2015

2007 ◽  
Vol 23 (6) ◽  
pp. 32-34 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Management Development ◽  
Retail Banking ◽  
Traditional Values ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Research Survey ◽  
Product Service ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
New Strategies

PurposeReviews the latest management development across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.Design/methodology/approachThis briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.FindingsOver the next ten years banks will have to plan new strategies in order to survive stiffening competition as the retail banking landscape is expected to be completely reshuffled by 2015. Today, mergers have reduced the number of banks and traditional values are no longer enough to grow and retain customers. All banks will have to specialize and focus on their core strength as studies suggest only those institutions capable of harnessing product service and process innovation to anticipate and meet customers' needs will become industry leaders. An IBM research survey has revealed what mega trends are to shape the industry in the future and the key strategic imperatives banks need to develop.Practical implicationsProvides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations.Originality/valueThe briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.

Ethics as a catalyst for change in business education?

2016 ◽  
Vol 35 (2) ◽  
pp. 170-189 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthias P Huehn
Keyword(s):  
Business Education ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Management Education ◽  
Frame Of Reference ◽  
The Political ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Solution Strategies ◽  
Science Philosophy ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to hypothesise that business theory and education suffer from having been systematically de-philosophised over the last 200 years. Viewed through this lens the economistic narrative can be understood and new and integrated solutions to theoretical and pedagogical problems can be debated. Design/methodology/approach – This paper is a theoretical exploration based on a literature review and philosophical analysis. Findings – Going back to a social science philosophy would fundamentally affect how management is conceptualised, done and taught. The paper focuses on outlining the impact a re-philosophisation would have on management education. Practical implications – If one agrees that philosophy plays a too small role in management, it would change how scholarship is currently defined and how management education functions. Business schools would have to fundamentally change in every respect. Originality/value – Current criticism of the management mainstream focuses on either the political/ethical or the epistemic level. The paper argues that the epistemic and the ethical are connected and by making an integrated argument the debate can be re-energised and solution strategies become obvious. I am not aware of any other contribution making this argument. Ghoshal (unwittingly) used the same reasoning but without using the clear frame of reference (philosophy) that this paper proposes.

Using experience-based learning to enhance management education

2022 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Management Education ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Approach To Learning ◽  
Experience Based Learning ◽  
New Knowledge ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. 10; 10; 10; 10; Findings Management education might be most effective when an experienced-based approach to learning is adopted. Firm can achieve desired outcomes by encouraging participants to engage in different types of dialogue in order to interpret experiences that can subsequently help generate new knowledge and inspire greater creativity. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

The new wave of luxury: the meaning and value of luxury to the contemporary consumer

2019 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 229-249 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hannele Kauppinen-Räisänen ◽  
Johanna Gummerus ◽  
Catharina von Koskull ◽  
Helene Cristini
Keyword(s):  
Small Groups ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
New Wave ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Multidimensional Construct ◽  
Prudential Value ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Brand Product

Purpose The purpose of this study was to explore what luxury represents to contemporary consumers in their own life contexts. Design/methodology/approach A mixed-methods qualitative approach was adopted that comprised individual, personal interviews and focused interviews with small groups. Findings The study contributes to the field of luxury research by highlighting consumers’ interpretations of luxury as highly subjective, relative and contextual; showing that according to consumers, luxury relates to both consumption and non-consumption contexts; illustrating the value of luxury as a multidimensional construct in both contexts; and demonstrating how luxury may relate to a consumer’s desire to be meaningful and genuine, thereby generating prudential value. In these cases, luxury is closely linked to consumers’ perceptions of meaningfulness and well-being. Practical implications For marketing managers, the findings suggest that the wave of new luxury – seeking meaningfulness – may serve as a novel means of branding. Originality/value This study demonstrates that the significance of the concept of luxury transcends commercial settings and offerings, i.e. the brand, product or service. The findings show that luxury may also be generated in non-commercial contexts and specific activities (e.g. running, gardening). Based on these findings, it is proposed that luxury in non-commercial settings is characteristic of the new wave of luxury, and that in such settings, luxury may contribute to personal well-being, thereby generating prudential value.

Design thinking is ambidextrous

2018 ◽  
Vol 56 (4) ◽  
pp. 736-756 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dan-Ling Zheng
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Theoretical Analysis ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Design Thinking ◽  
Management Education ◽  
Business World ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Micro Foundations ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to address the theoretical gap between design thinking (DT) and management. DT is a strategic concept in the current business world whereas the discussion of it is still insufficient. Ambidexterity could be a promising concept to explain the benefits of DT in the realm of management and strategy. Design/methodology/approach This paper conducts a thorough literature review and theoretical analysis, and offers propositions that engage the outcome of DT and the ambidextrous learning and innovation. Findings The author suggests the connection between DT and ambidexterity. By thoroughly discussing the effect of the traits of DT on ambidexterity, the author proposes that DT can facilitate ambidextrous learning, and ambidextrous learning could mediate the relationships between DT and ambidextrous innovation. Research limitations/implications This paper offers a preliminary ground for the operationalization of it. Besides, ambidexterity could provide a lens to discuss DT with other strategic concept. Furthermore, the discussion extends understanding of the pursuit of individual ambidexterity. Practical implications This paper provides a clearer reason for managers to adopt DT. Furthermore, it might facilitate the management education in management schools to incorporate DT as a section topic, and subsequently propagate education of DT in management schools. Originality/value The paper offers a theoretical platform for the study of DT in the field of management and strategy, which was rare before. The integration of DT and ambidexterity offers a decision support to the managers. Furthermore, it serves as a new approach to obtain ambidexterity in organization, which addresses the call of the research on the micro-foundations of management.

scholarly journals Building adaptive management capability: the contribution of heutagogy to management development in turbulent times

2021 ◽  
Vol 40 (2) ◽  
pp. 121-137
Author(s):  
David William Stoten
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Management Education ◽  
Management Development ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Management Capability ◽  
Turbulent Times ◽  
Original Contribution ◽  
Conceptual Paper ◽  
Education And Development

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to evaluate the benefits to both organisations and individuals in adopting heutagogy within management education and development.Design/methodology/approachThis conceptual paper is based on a systematic review of the literature relating to heutagogy and learning theory.FindingsThis paper calls for the adoption of heutagogic learning within management development. It provides several practical examples of how heutagogy may be implemented.Research limitations/implicationsThis paper contributes to the literature related to new forms of management development and, in particular, heutagogy.Originality/valueThis paper is an original contribution to the discourse on management development and the contribution that heutagogy may make to the professional development of individuals.

Promoting self-directed learning in a learning organization: tools and practices

2016 ◽  
Vol 40 (7) ◽  
pp. 470-489 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sowath Rana ◽  
Alexandre Ardichvili ◽  
Daiane Polesello
Keyword(s):  
Learning Organization ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Shared Vision ◽  
The Body ◽  
Continuous Learning ◽  
Work Practices ◽  
Extensive Review ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Directed Learning

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine a set of practices that can help promote self-directed learning (SDL) in congruence with the goals of developing and maintaining a learning organization. Design/methodology/approach Findings from this study were derived from an extensive review of the SDL and the learning organization literature, as well as the body of research that examines the connections between the two constructs. Findings This paper identifies the following set of practices as integral to promoting SDL in a learning organization: building and communicating a shared vision to employees at all levels; fostering collaboration, interaction and teamwork; empowering employees through participatory work practices; encouraging and providing opportunities for continuous learning; and using relevant technologies in the workplace. Originality/value This paper addresses the paucity of research that investigates the connections between SDL and the learning organization and that specifically examines important practices vis-à-vis the two concepts.

Chinese hedonic values and the Chinese classical virtues: managing the tension

2011 ◽  
Vol 30 (7/8) ◽  
pp. 709-723 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mike Thompson
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Management Education ◽  
Urban Society ◽  
Cultural Norms ◽  
Social Unrest ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Social ◽  
Profit Maximisation ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Market Economics

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explore the extent to which Chinese classical virtues act as a restraint on consumerist hedonic values and the associated priority on profit maximisation by managers.Design/methodology/approachThe paper is based on a literature review and adopts a reflective approach to the topic.FindingsThe paper considers how Chinese classical virtues are related to contemporary relational or indigenous values and how a social tension is created between these values and the hedonic values now present in Chinese urban society. Implications for management and management education are reviewed in the light of this tension.Practical implicationsThe social unrest created by the privatisation of SOEs can be mitigated by the promotion of management education sensitised to the cultural norms and expectations of the Chinese people in relation to the role and responsibilities of managers. The Junzi (gentleman‐leader) archetype and the virtues of ren‐yi‐li are offered as exemplary features of a management seeking to balance social responsibility with profitability.Originality/valueThe paper highlights the social turbulence created by the advent of market economics in China and the concomitant rise of consumerism and the privatisation of state‐owned enterprises.

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