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Management Education: Critical Research Perspectives

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Sage Publications

Management Education: Critical Research Perspectives

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Explore the role of global frameworks in responsible management education

  • Understand how ethics and sustainability shape modern business curricula

  • Examine innovative pedagogies in responsible management learning

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September 2026

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11 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 10 modules in this course

This module explores the limitations of traditional management education and introduces the concept of responsible management education (RMLE). Learners will examine new paradigms for ethical leadership and the evolving roles of management academics in driving social change.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

This module explores the limitations of the PRME initiative in fostering transformative management education and examines the need for new, disruptive imaginaries. It covers critical theories, discourse analysis, and the role of agency in shaping responsible management education. Learners will gain an understanding of how educational frameworks influence ethical and inclusive practices.

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1 video7 readings1 assignment

This module explores how responsible management education (RME) is adopted and implemented in business schools, focusing on the forces that drive institutional change, the role of key actors, and the challenges of meaningful implementation versus symbolic compliance. Learners will gain insights into institutional theory and its application to educational practices.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module explores how business school accreditations and rankings shape institutional behavior and integrate responsible management learning (RMLE). It covers the influence of isomorphism, decoupling, and stakeholder pressures on academic strategies. Learners will gain insights into the evolving role of ethics, sustainability, and global perspectives in higher education.

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1 video9 readings1 assignment

This module explores the concept of the hidden curriculum in management education, examining how implicit norms, meta-messages, and unspoken values shape student learning and behavior. It provides insights into how these elements can be critically analyzed and used to foster responsible management learning. Learners will gain a deeper understanding of the role of the hidden curriculum in educational environments.

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1 video9 readings1 assignment

This module explores the evolution of business research, the challenges of maintaining rigor and relevance, and the necessity of responsible research practices. It provides insights into transforming doctoral education to align with ethical and impactful research standards. Learners will gain a deeper understanding of how research can be reformed to better serve both academic and societal needs.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module explores various research paradigms that underpin responsible management learning and education, including their philosophical foundations, historical development, and practical applications. Learners will gain insights into how these paradigms influence ethical and sustainable management practices. The module also examines the role of PRME and evaluates the current state of RMLE research.

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1 video9 readings1 assignment

This module explores various research methods used in responsible management learning and education, focusing on their strengths, limitations, and practical applications. Learners will gain insight into how different methodologies are applied in real-world educational contexts and understand the unique challenges associated with studying ethical and sustainable practices.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module explores the philosophical underpinnings of pragmatism in responsible management education, focusing on how experiential learning, ethical decision-making, and sustainable practices shape educational approaches. Learners will gain an understanding of how pragmatist principles can be applied to foster inclusive and adaptive educational strategies. The module also examines the role of reflection, growth, and community in the educational process.

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1 video7 readings1 assignment

This module explores the significance of inter- and transdisciplinarity in advancing responsible management education. It covers how interdisciplinary approaches can address complex global challenges and improve value creation through collaboration. Learners will gain insights into the practical application and limitations of transdisciplinary methods in management learning.

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1 video7 readings2 assignments

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