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A Comparative Analysis Of Research And Development Managerial Jobs Across Two Sectors

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  • Cynthia M. Pavett
  • Alan W. Lau

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The present study employs Mintzberg's framework of managerial work to compare Research and Development managers to managers in other career fields. Comparisons were made using data gathered from both the public and private sectors. A total of 448 managers responded to a survey assessing: (1) the importance of Mintzberg's roles for successful job performance; (2) the degree to which Mintzberg's managerial work descriptions characterize the manager's job; and (3) the importance of several skills areas for managerial success. The data indicated that R and D managers and managers in other career fields view their roles, work characteristics and required skills in a similar manner. While several differences were found between the two categories of managers, results from both sectors imply that R and D managers do not view their jobs much differently than non‐R and D managers. Implications for management training, promotion and selection are discussed.

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  • Cynthia M. Pavett & Alan W. Lau, 1985. "A Comparative Analysis Of Research And Development Managerial Jobs Across Two Sectors," Journal of Management Studies, Wiley Blackwell, vol. 22(1), pages 69-82, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:jomstd:v:22:y:1985:i:1:p:69-82
    DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-6486.1985.tb00243.x
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