A pragmatist theory of economic reason : justifying theories being taught in business schools / Alexander Styhre (Professor in Business Administration, School of Business, Economics and Law, University of Gothenburg, Sweden).

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Styhre, Alexander, author.

Contributor:

Edward Elgar Publishing, publisher.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Business education.

Economics.

Genre:

Electronic books.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (200 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Northampton : Edward Elgar Publishing, 2025.

Summary:

"This book critically examines the concept of rationality, a central theme in economics and management theory, through the lens of an analytical philosophy framework. Alexander Styhre advocates for rationality to be grounded in practical reason, emphasizing the shared capacity to use language as a means of expressing ideas, beliefs and propositional attitudes. Styhre explores the key theories used in the curriculums and research within business schools, demonstrating that our understanding of rationality within these concepts needs to be understood in holistic terms. He argues that business schools should focus on developing theories of rationality that comprise of logically consistent and plausible content, instead of depending solely on the conventional assumption that such claims are authoritative due to empirical evidence. The book ultimately formulates a more logically consistent theory of agency, premised on the idea of rationality. Academics in management studies, the economics of education, sociology and sociological theory will greatly benefit from this compelling book. It is also an essential resource for policymakers, practitioners and consultants in management and organization, particularly pertaining to universities"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Contents: Preface

Part I: Theoretical perspectives

1. The concept of meaning as the basis for a theory of economic rationality

2. The analytical philosophy view of the concept of meaning

Part II: Empirical studies

3. The theory of economic rationality is not a universal theory of rationality: Understanding economic reason

4. Judgement as the basis for institutional logics: Theorizing practical reason in institutional fields

5. What are the intentions in bounded rationality theory?

6. Theorizing and its justification in scholarly work: The role of de dicto and de re claims

Part III: Theoretical implications

7. Practical reason and theories of economic rationality

References

Index.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print record.

ISBN:

9781035343928 (e-book)

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.