Management Research News: Volume 7 Issue 2

A Hypothetical Model of the Mind

David Andrews

The mechanical model of the mind, described here, was developed as a consequence of considering how it could be that man is able to resolve multidimensional issues while a…

The Extent of and Reasons for Quality Circle Failures

B.G. Dale

Sixty‐seven British companies took part in a survey to determine causes of failure of quality circles. The main reasons determined were: rejection of the concept by top management…

Women Managers and Smoking

Cary L. Cooper

A study in the US found that more female managers in the US smoke than do their male counterparts. The author tells of a preventative programme started by one of the larger…

The Job Characteristics of Academic Leaders: A Pilot Study

Titus Oshagbemi

This is a study of academic staff occupying formal administrative positions within the university framework of Nigeria. The intention of the study was to see whether there were…