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POSITIVE EFFECTS OF CONFLICT: A FIELD ASSESSMENT

Richard A. Cosier (Indiana University)
Dan R. Dalton (Indiana University)

International Journal of Conflict Management

ISSN: 1044-4068

Publication date: 1 January 1990

Abstract

Research relying on laboratory protocol and case studies has demonstrated positive effects from cognitive conflict and controversy. Reported benefits have included better judgments, improved strategic decisions and a better understanding of others' positions. This study develops and assesses the psychometric properties of an instrument designed to examine decision conflict in field settings. This instrument was administered on site to 63 managers. Factors identified in the instrument were disagreement, openness, and control. Interestingly, the openness dimension was positively associated with job commitment. The control factor was inversely associated with job satisfaction.

Citation

Cosier, R.A. and Dalton, D.R. (1990), "POSITIVE EFFECTS OF CONFLICT: A FIELD ASSESSMENT", International Journal of Conflict Management, Vol. 1 No. 1, pp. 81-92. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb022674

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MCB UP Ltd

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