Describes how child sexual abuse can occur in formal organizations and how organization theory can advance understanding of this phenomenon.

Reviews the first 120+ years of organization theory examining its development from the sociology of organizations and management theory.

Applies organization theory to the current period of human impact on climate change, chemical waste, habitat destruction, and despeciation.

Discusses the foundation and implementation of stakeholder management as well as the advantages of this approach.

This Element engages with fundamental questions concerning the future trajectory of professions as a distinct occupational category and of the formal organizations, which represent, employ or host professionals. Starting with a literature review, it then covers challenges and explore developments facing professions and organizations.