Pressure Groups: A Management Introduction

Abstract

The article examines the nature of pressure groups, their effect on corporate action and on managers. The importance of seeking an understanding of pressure groups is emphasised. Although pressure groups can be responsible for constraining corporate action, they can also sometimes present business opportunities.

Citation

Smith, N.C. (1989), "Pressure Groups: A Management Introduction", Management Decision, Vol. 27 No. 5. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000000048