Designed to introduce the concepts of power and dynamics to the second year of the MBA elective course power and influence. Defines the "power" and "influence," and explores the role of the dynamics of power in the management work and life of the organization. Combats the popular notion that "government is evil" and that "power corrupts", illustrating how the power needed to ensure productive and creative organizational conflict resolution. Description of position and personal source of individual power, and concludes with implications for the assessment of power in the organization as an important part of his career. "Hide
by Linda A. Hill, 14 pages. Publication Date: January 20, 1994. Prod. #: 494083-PDF-ENG
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