Methodology for Creating Business Knowledge

A_companion_website_is_available_for_this_textArbnor and Bjerkes deep insight into theory construction and their honestappraisal of knowledge creation makes thi... » 

A_companion_website_is_available_for_this_textArbnor and Bjerkes deep insight into theory construction and their honestappraisal of knowledge creation makes this edition absolutely essential forbusiness scholars. I recommend this book to scholars in any area of businessseeking a more thoughtful and useful understanding of research methodology Morgan Miles Professor of Marketing Georgia Southern UniversityThese are two authors on top of their game using their vast experience anddepth of knowledge to present a complex topic in a framework which isunderstandable and usable by anyone doing academic research. This third editionwill ensure that this book remains the essential read for social scienceresearchers David Carson Professor of Marketing University of UlsterArbnor and Bjerkes bestselling text first published in 1997 remainsunrivalled both in its contemporary relevance to research methodology and inits coverage of the interplay between the philosophy of science methodologyand business. The authors make an indepth examination into the circularity ofknowledge and its foundations and analyze the repercussions for businessresearch and consulting. Where knowledge is a competitive necessityunderstanding its foundations is a necessity.The Third Edition has been updated to be even more relevant to the contemporaryinterests of business knowledge. Additional extras include Several more examples are included plus previous examples have been updated Improved illustrations and diagrams Revised presentation makes the book easier to use Useful summaries of the key points and concepts to aide accessibility Points of reflection allow the reader to further their thinking on the topics A glossary of terms A teachers_manual which can be requested from the books website «