Understanding Values Work: Institutional Perspectives in Organizations and Leadership

by Harald Askeland, Gry Espedal, Beate Jelstad Løvaas

Book Overview

At the core of institutional theories, 'values' is a central term and figures in most definitions; however it remains understudied and under-explored. The editors of this open access book identify a resurgence of interest in the values-construct which underpins discussions of identity, 'ethos' and the purpose/nature of public and civic welfare provision. Considering the importance of values and values work to social, material and symbolic work in...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3030377504
• ISBN13: 9783030377502
• Release Date: September 2020
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.8" x 8.3"