There is a common view among many economists that one model is capable of explaining a specific type of behaviour in all cultural environments. It is only necessary to make appropriate adjustments to bring the model in line with prevailing cultural conditions. This book argues that such an approach can lead to error, in particular to incorrect explanation and understanding of the phenomenon in question, and therefore may result in inappropriate policy recommendations.
Katzner's fascinating book compares the two cultures of Japan and USA and provides insights into the economic workings...
There is a common view among many economists that one model is capable of explaining a specific type of behaviour in all cultural environments. It ...
Donald W. Katzner explores concepts, their properties, and the implications of those properties that underlie many of the current approaches to the economics of firm organization. The book examines these matters in important new ways and in ways that have not been fully considered in the existing literature. Topics covered include authority structures, the social interaction (including supervision) among employees required to fulfill the responsibilities of their jobs, participatory decision making to the extent that it occurs, the impact of time, and certain kinds of complexity and...
Donald W. Katzner explores concepts, their properties, and the implications of those properties that underlie many of the current approaches to the ec...
