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Reference no. 482-007-1
Subject category: Human Resource Management / Organisational Behaviour
Authors: Robert A Lee (Loughborough University)
Published in: 1982
Length: 3 pages
Data source: Field research
Topics: Conflict; Decision making; Ethics and values; Group behaviour; Human relations; Interdepartmental relations; Interest groups; Managerial behaviour; Negotiation; Organisational change; Organisational theory and design; Personal objectives and values; Personnel management
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Abstract

Opun Ltd is a case study in organisational politics. Despite his efforts on its behalf, 'Flexitime' has been rejected by a senior management committee. John Bell, the Personnel Manager, therefore decides to review the events surrounding the decision to see what lessons he can learn about the politics of management.

Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 1980.

Geographical setting

Region:
Europe
Country:
United Kingdom

Featured company

Opun Ltd
Employees:
1001-5000
Industry:
Scientific

Featured protagonist

  • John Bell (male), Personnel Manager
Teaching note
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Reference no. 482-007-8
Subject category: Human Resource Management / Organisational Behaviour
Authors: Robert A Lee (Loughborough University)
Published in: 1982
Length: 4 pages
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Abstract

Opun Ltd is a case study in organisational politics. Despite his efforts on its behalf, 'Flexitime' has been rejected by a senior management committee. John Bell, the Personnel Manager, therefore decides to review the events surrounding the decision to see what lessons he can learn about the politics of management.

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Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 1980.

Geographical setting

Region:
Europe
Country:
United Kingdom

Featured company

Opun Ltd
Employees:
1001-5000
Industry:
Scientific

Featured protagonist

  • John Bell (male), Personnel Manager

Related

Teaching note
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Reference no. 482-007-8
Subject category: Human Resource Management / Organisational Behaviour
Authors: Robert A Lee (Loughborough University)
Published in: 1982
Length: 4 pages
View full details
Awards, prizes & competitions
1991 - ecch European Case Awards - category runner up