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Relation of Second Year MBA Grades to Business Earnings

Thomas W. Harrell, Margaret S. Harrell
1972

Abstract not available.

Some Final Results on a Five-Year Follow Up on Seven Classes

Thomas W. Harrell, Margaret S. Harrell
1972

Abstract not available.

A Three-Stage Manpower Planning And Scheduling Model -- A Service Sector Example

William J. Abernathy, Nicholas Baloff, John C. Hershey, Sten Wandel
1972

This paper presents a staff planning and scheduling model that has specific application in the nurse staffing process in acute hospitals and more general application in many other service organizations in which de- mand and production…

Earnings Of MBA's In The Classes Of 1961-65

Thomas W. Harrell
1971

Abstract not available.

Engineering Roles in Development Projects

Francis W. Wolek
1971

This paper describes a methodology for analyzing the organization of engineering development projects. Specifically, the methodology focuses on the different roles which engineers play in such projects. A small study based on this methodology…

Preparation for Interpersonal Communication

Francis W. Wolek
1971

This paper describes three methods used by engineers and scientists to enrich their understanding of a technical subject prior to an interpersonal communication. Professionals may: (a) store the information need in hopes of an accidental or…

The Future As Prologue

Gerard E. Watzke, Eugene J. Webb
1971

Abstract not available.

The Personality of MBA's Who Reach General Management Early

Margaret S. Harrell, Thomas W. Harrell
1971

Abstract not available.

Building Sustainable Organizations: The Human Factor

Jeffrey Pfeffer

Although most of the research and public pressure concerning sustainability has been focused on the effects of business and organizational activity on the physical environment, companies and their management practices profoundly affect the human…