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It is time to recognize conventional MBA programs for what they are - or else to close them down. They are specialized training in the functions of business, not general educating in the practice of management.
Interpretation
What this quote means
MBA programs often focus on specific business functions rather than providing a holistic education in management.
Henry Mintzberg critiques conventional MBA programs for being too specialized and not sufficiently comprehensive in teaching the principles of management. He argues that these programs should be either revamped to provide a broader education or discontinued, as they fail to equip future leaders with the essential skills required for effective management in diverse contexts.
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MbaEducationManagementLeadershipBusiness
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the effectiveness of MBA programs, one might say, 'As Mintzberg points out, we must reconsider the structure of traditional MBA curricula.'
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