Business Management Scholar & Organizational Theory Expert; Cleghorn Professor at McGill University; Author of "The Nature of Managerial Work"

Montreal, Canada
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Henry Mintzberg Biography

Henry Mintzberg is a Canadian academic and author specializing in business management, organizational theory, and leadership development. He holds the position of Cleghorn Professor of Management Studies at the Desautels Faculty of Management at McGill University in Montreal. Mintzberg began his career in operational research with Canadian National Railways before earning his master of science and doctorate degrees at the Sloan School of Management at MIT. His research has challenged conventional management theories by emphasizing synthesis over analysis and advocating for a more practical, empathetic approach to leadership.

Mintzberg is known for his work on organizational forms, identifying five types of organization: simple structure, machine bureaucracy, professional bureaucracy, divisionalized form, and adhocracy. He advanced the concept of emergent strategy, proposing that effective strategy develops from internal organizational conversations rather than being imposed from above. His first book, "The Nature of Managerial Work," examined the actual activities of managers and questioned established assumptions about managerial roles. His publications also include "The Structuring of Organizations," "Mintzberg on Management," "The Rise and Fall of Strategic Planning," "Strategy Safari," "Managers Not MBAs," and "Managing." Mintzberg also published "Understanding Organizations…Finally!: Structure in Sevens," an updated version of his earlier work, "Structure in Fives."

A recurring theme in Mintzberg's work, particularly in "Managers Not MBAs," is the critique of traditional business education. He argues that MBA programs focus on analysis rather than synthesis, which he considers essential for effective management. In response, Mintzberg collaborated with colleagues at business schools worldwide to develop the International Masters Program for Managers (IMPM), which emphasizes experiential learning for business professionals with work experience. The New York Times referred to the IMPM as the "anti-MBA." Mintzberg also founded CoachingOurselves.com, a platform that facilitates peer learning among practicing managers.

Mintzberg has authored 21 books and more than 184 articles, along with numerous commentaries and videos. He has twice received the McKinsey Award for best article in Harvard Business Review. His honors include being named an Officer of the Order of Canada, an Officer of the National Order of Quebec, and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. Additional recognitions include the International Leadership Association's Lifetime Achievement Award, McGill University's Lifetime Achievement Award for Leadership in Learning, and the Thinkers50 Management Lifetime Achievement Award. Mintzberg holds 15 honorary degrees from institutions worldwide. Through his research, teaching, and writing, Mintzberg has contributed significantly to the fields of management, organizational strategy, and leadership education.

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Henry Mintzberg Videos

TEDxMcGill - Henry Mintzberg

TEDxMcGill - Henry Mintzberg

Henry Mintzberg, prolific on the topic of modern management, tells us why managers need to be curious

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Henry Mintzberg Spring 2014 interview on Why Society Must be ...

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