Role theory - a brief note

To study role theory, I suggest that you read Handy (1993; chapter 3). If you have time, you could study Katz and Kahn (1978), a classic on role theory; their work endorses an open systems perspective. More on this topic later. Major concepts in role theory include role conflict,  role overload, and role ambiguity.


References

1. Handy, C. (1993) Understanding Organizations, Pengiun Books
2. Katz, D. amd Kahm. R.L. (1978) The Social Psychology of Organizations, Wiley.
3. Role theory in organizational leadership: http://smallbusiness.chron.com/role-theory-organizational-leadership-4958.html