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Foundations of Organization Theory

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/2/25 - 12/12/25
We 10a.m. – 12:45p.m.		 H03-0008A 3 $2657 (guest students)
Date
9/2/25 - 12/12/25
Time
We 10a.m. – 12:45p.m.
Location
H03-0008A
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2657 (guest students)

Description

This course considers classic readings in social theory that inform the main traditions in organization theory. It addresses central questions about how groups, organizations, and fields of organizations are created, patterned, and reproduced. Its objectives are to understand the historical and philosophical context of contemporary organization theory, to trace the genealogy of concepts in organization studies, and to understand the main concepts and ideas in the major publication outlets.

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/2/2025 - 12/12/2025

Location

H03-0008A

Enrolled / Capacity

4 / 15

Status

Closed

Instructor

Alessia Contu

Tuition*

$2657 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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