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This dissertation forum continues the tradition started last year by Business & Society to recognize and recognize the achievements of the finalists of the Academy of Management’s Social Issues in Management (SIM) Division dissertation award. The dissertation forum includes an introductory essay by the chair of the committee. The essay details the procedure behind choosing a winner as well as reflection on the process. The special dissertation forum also includes the three dissertation abstracts by the finalists. The forum includes a description of each of the finalists as well as a critical evaluation of the works. Similar to last year, each finalist was also asked to provide some insights into “for producing exemplary dissertation research.” These insights are also documented at the end of each abstract.

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Social Issues in Management Division Dissertation Award Competition for 2011

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