Confucianism and Chinese leadership
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to examine the relevance and implication of the Confucius teachings in present days' context particularly in the area of leadership and organization.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper provides an overview of Chinese cultural values, Confucianism, and their implications for Chinese management.
Findings
Five key dimensions of the Confucian values and ethics have been uncovered and be applied to the contemporary leaders' behaviors that are moral character, human‐heartedness, human relationship, lifelong learning, and moderation.
Practical implications
The five key Confucian value dimensions can be used to shape leader's behavior. The review hopes to contribute to the study of social psychology and modern leadership.
Originality/value
The paper offers a re‐organization and re‐interpretation of the Confucius classics.
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Citation
Seow Wah, S. (2010), "Confucianism and Chinese leadership", Chinese Management Studies, Vol. 4 No. 3, pp. 280-285. https://doi.org/10.1108/17506141011074165
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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