Effectuation : elements of entrepreneurial expertise /
By: Sarasvathy, Saras D
Material type: BookSeries: New horizons in entrepreneurship. Publisher: Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar, c2008.Description: xxii, 368 p. : ill ; 24 cm.ISBN: 9781848445727Subject(s): Entrepreneurship -- Case studies | Creative ability -- Case studies | Success in business -- Case studies
Summary:
Effectuation is an approach for entrepreneurs where logic and insight are used to convert problems into opportunities. Sarasvathy (U. of Virginia) had developed the idea of effectuation by observing the successes of 27 entrepreneurs and noting how each individual converted "as if" circumstances into "even if" ones. Written for entrepreneurs, this book will also serve as a useful reference for students of economics, business and behavioral science.
Item type | Home library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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REGULAR | University of Wollongong in Dubai Main Collection | 658.421 SA EF (Browse shelf) | Available | T0037110 |
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 323-350) and index.
Effectuation is an approach for entrepreneurs where logic and insight are used to convert problems into opportunities. Sarasvathy (U. of Virginia) had developed the idea of effectuation by observing the successes of 27 entrepreneurs and noting how each individual converted "as if" circumstances into "even if" ones. Written for entrepreneurs, this book will also serve as a useful reference for students of economics, business and behavioral science.