2020 Foundations

Back to basics: Behavioral theory and internationalization

Irina Surdu, Henrich R. Greve, Gabriel R.G. Benito

Journal of International Business Studies

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The Behavioral Theory of the Firm: Assessment and Prospects Giovanni Gavetti et al. · 2012
A Behavioral Theory of Firm Growth: Sequential Attention to Size and Performance Goals Henrich R. Greve · 2008
A BEHAVIORAL THEORY OF R&D EXPENDITURES AND INNOVATIONS: EVIDENCE FROM SHIPBUILDING. Henrich R. Greve · 2003
Organizational Aspirations, Reference Points, and Goals George A. Shinkle · 2011
The Influence of Acquisition Experience and Performance on Acquisition Behavior: Evidence From the U.S. Commercial Banking Industry Jerayr Haleblian, Ji‐Yub Kim, Nandini Rajagopalan · 2006
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Performance, Aspirations, and Risky Organizational Change Henrich R. Greve · 1998
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Renewing Research on Problemistic Search—A Review and Research Agenda Hart E. Posen et al. · 2017
Goal Selection Internally and Externally: A Behavioral Theory of Institutionalization Henrich R. Greve, Daphne Teh · 2018
Dominant Coalitions Directing Acquisitions: Different Decision Makers, Different Decisions Cyndi Man Zhang, Henrich R. Greve · 2018
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Corporate Structure and Performance Feedback: Aspirations and Adaptation in M-Form Firms Vibha Gaba, John Joseph · 2012
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