Chapter 8 - basic Symbolic Flashcards
1
Q
What are structural shortcomings that can create groupthink?
A
- Isolation
- Lacks unbiased leadership
- Lacks norms for importance of regulations/processes
- Members have homogeneous ideological backgrounds
2
Q
What characterises decision-rationality (talk) in Brunsson’s model?
A
- One clear goal/problem
- Many alternative actions
- Objective data/evaluation
- Choice of best alternative
3
Q
What characterises Action-rationality in Brunsson’s model?
A
- Few (one) alternative action
- Supportive information
- Many problems
- Strong ideology/culture
