Sociology of Complex Organizations
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Overview
Subject area
SOC
Catalog Number
3138
Course Title
Sociology of Complex Organizations
Department(s)
Description
This course is a survey of various theoretical perspectives on formal organizations and an application of these perspectives to specific organizational types. These include classic theoretical perspectives on bureaucracy as well as more recent developments, including organizational ecology theory and neo-institutionalism. In addition to studying large formal organizations, the course will focus on entrepreneurial and collective organizations and review recent work on social networks.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3