Computers, Modeling, and Management Education.
Abstract
Computer Management Information (MIS) and Operations Research/Management Science (OR/MS) techniques have had little impact on top-level managerial decision making. Some of the reasons for this include lack of communication, lack of necessary management incentive, differences in cognitive style between managers and OR/MS/MIS analysts, the perceived threat of the OR/MS/MIS techniques, and the fact that computer modeling is yet a relatively new technique. The report holds that computer models must be developed which interact with the manager to extend his thinking ability, rather than solve a problem. Management education has generally neglected managerial issues related to computer modeling. The use of computerized games and cases is discussed as means for training managers to model effectively.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADA009832
Entities
People
- Charles P. Bonini
Organizations
- Stanford University