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Beyond Organisation Development

H.W. TenDam (Raad Gevend Bureau, Zeist, Holland)

Leadership & Organization Development Journal

ISSN: 0143-7739

Article publication date: 1 May 1986

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Abstract

Organisational development is a well‐known and important methodology used by experts in group dynamics and organisational behaviour for improving groups and organisations. It is a process‐oriented approach of change and is believed to be more effective and valuable than the classic expert approach because it teaches people to improve their situations themselves, which emancipates and stimulates learning. Some organisation consultants seek a mix between the analytical and process approaches whereas others add “harder” aspects of human relations. The inherent limitations of organisation development are considered and alternative paradigms to improve social structures explored.

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Citation

TenDam, H.W. (1986), "Beyond Organisation Development", Leadership & Organization Development Journal, Vol. 7 No. 5, pp. 8-15. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb053603

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MCB UP Ltd

Copyright © 1986, MCB UP Limited

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