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Junge, Martin; Højbjerg Jacobsen, Rasmus (Frederiksberg, 2011)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: Denne rapport afrapporterer CEBR-projektet ”Afviste ansøgere på videregående uddannelser”, som er udført af Rasmus Højbjerg Jacobsen og Martin Junge for DEA. Det overordnede formål med projektet er at beskrive og følge udvalgte årgange af ansøgere, som har søgt ind på videregående uddannelser gennem den koordinerede tilmelding (KOT-årgange). Det er så vidt vides første gang dette udføres i en dansk kontekst. I lyset af debatten om, hvad Danmark skal leve af i fremtiden, hvor uddannelse har været fremhævet som en meget vigtig kilde (se f.eks. De Økonomiske Råd, 2010), kan afviste ansøgere på den ene side være et potentielt spild, hvis de ikke opnår den uddannelse, som de gerne ville have. På den anden side kan der være et ønske om prioritere uddannelserne, så dermed kan det være rationelt, at ikke alle får deres drømmeuddannelse. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/8579 Files in this item: 1
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Linder, Stefan; Foss, Nicolai J. (Frederiksberg, 2013)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: Agency theory studies the problems and solutions linked to delegation of tasks from principals to agents in the context of conflicting interests between the parties. Beginning from clear assumptions about rationality, contracting and informational conditions, the theory addresses problems of ex ante (“hidden characteristics”) as well as ex post information asymmetry (“hidden action”), and examines conditions under which various kinds of incentive instruments and monitoring arrangements can be deployed to minimize the welfare loss. Its clear predictions and broad applicability have allowed agency theory to enjoy considerable scientific impact on social science; however, it has also attracted considerable criticism. [99 words] URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/8693 Files in this item: 1
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Complementary Explanations for Subsidiary Power in Multinational CorporationsMudambi, Ram; Pedersen, Torben (København, 2007)[More information][Less information]
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Case analyses, product development and recommendations including the VIPER studyLyck, Lise (Frederiksberg, 2012)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: In this publication SWOT-analyses of each attraction will be followed by an introduction of the history of the different case attractions in the AGORA 2.0 project. After the historic description of each attraction there will be a presentation of the context in which the attraction is situated. There will also be a description of the cliental that visits the attraction. In the last section of each attraction presentation there will be strategic recommendations for how to increase the number of visitors and how to develop a Baltic Sea Region, BSR, tourism product. Furthermore, the transnational products produced in the project will be presented together with the products that are in the pipeline. At the end, the VIPER study that was unfolded during the project period will be examined. The purpose of the historic introduction is to create a platform for a Baltic common values and maybe identity in northern Europe, BSR. By developing this platform for each attraction it will be possible to link the different attractions to a common idea, period, person or time and through this create a common basis for developing transnational tourist attractions in the BSR. Linking the different attractions together will create an opportunity to take advantage of the heritage asset the BSR share but do not currently use for product development and marketing purposes. The physical context, or key influences, of the attraction is the conditions and surroundings such as climate, geography, presence of large towns and airports and so forth. By providing a physical context of the attraction it will be possible to assess the opportunities of the attraction. By doing this, attractions with similar conditions can learn from each other on how to overcome difficulties and how to take advantage of partially or unused opportunities. This also creates an opportunity to continue future cooperation. Two other important factors are language and culture. Language and culture often function as barriers to cooperation because the differences of understanding each other as well as where people come from easily can lead to misunderstandings and difficulties when trying to cooperate. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/8710 Files in this item: 1
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Frederiksen, Lars Frode; Hansson, Finn; Wenneberg, Søren Barlebo (København, 2002)[More information][Less information]
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Rose, Caspar (København, 2002)[More information][Less information]
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Møllgaard, Peter (Frederiksberg, 2011)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: Forbrugerrådet og Konkurrence- og Forbrugerstyrelsen har bedt CEBR om at udarbejde studie af den eksisterende1 litteratur om sammenhængen mellem forbruger- og konkurrencepolitik og produktivitet, vækst og velfærd. Målet har været at lave en empirisk og policy-orienteret oversigt, der har leverandørskift og gennemsigtighed som de overordnede indgangsvinkler, selvom også de traditionelle typer forbrugerbeskyttelse (fx fortrydelsesret og klagesystem) som påvirker forbrugerens adfærd i købsøjeblikket behandles. Litteraturgennemgangen kortlægger de kanaler, hvormed forbrugerne påvirker økonomiens performance; identificerer de mest oplagte virkemidler for konkurrence- og forbrugerpolitik; og giver eksempler på forbrugernes rolle i forhold til økonomisk performance. Aktive og kompetente forbrugere er en forudsætning for at få konkurrencen på et marked til at fungere, så varerne bliver billigere og/eller bedre. Hvis forbrugerne ikke reagerer på pris eller kvalitet, er der ikke megen grund til, at leverandørerne skal lægge sig i selen for at levere varer med et rimeligt forhold mellem kvalitet og pris. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/8577 Files in this item: 1
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en sociologi om kendsgerninger, karakker og kammuslingerElgaard Jensen, Torben (København, 2003)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: Lad os forestille os, at man som studerende eller forsker nærmer sig en ny teori. Man har nu både hårdt arbejde og en række forvirrende episoder foran sig. Indledningsvis vil man typisk møde den nye teori som en lukket kasse. Man er selv placeret udenfor, men man kan konstatere eller få fortalt, at kassen gør bestemte ting. For eksempel kan man få at vide, at kassen/teorien tager bestemte typer af data ind og sender bestemte typer af forklaringer ud. I et optimistisk øjeblik tænker man måske, at det er relativt entydigt, hvad teorien handler om. Men denne fornemmelse af klarhed varer kun kort. Når man kommer lidt tættere på, opdager man at teorien ikke er én ting, men flere. Der er flere områder, flere væsentlige forfattere og flere varianter af teorien. Dertil kommer, at teorien er karakteriseret ved bestemte relationer: Nogle områder, forfattere og varianter hænger tydeligvis tæt sammen, mens andre har mindre med hinanden at gøre. Det kræver hårdt arbejde at få overblik over disse relationer, men det kan lade sig gøre. Man begynder at sætte pris på review-artikler, og man må i gang med at læse de nøgletekster, som mange refererer til. Efter en ihærdig indsats kan man langsomt vinde klarheden tilbage. Man synes, man er ved at have greb om teorien. Man får måske endda fornemmelsen af at have den i sin hule hånd. Men præcis på dette tidspunkt begynder tingene at glide igen. Man opdager til sin overraskelse - og måske rædsel - at teorien faktisk ikke ligner en lukket kasse. Teorien er i vid udstrækning bygget på et udvalg af ældre teorier, som til lejligheden er blevet fortolket og anvendt på en særlig måde. Desuden er teorien er udviklet i samspil og konflikt med en række samtidige teorier. Teorien har således en livlig og betydningsfuld udenrigspolitik, som man helt har overset fordi man havde travlt med at orientere sig i indenrigspolitikken. De to former for politik kan som bekendt ikke skilles ad, så nu åbner der sig igen en ny horisont: Hvis man skal finde ud af, hvad teorien er, må man opspore dens forbindelser til et sæt af forudgående og samtidige teorier. Hvordan kan man beskrive et fænomen, der i visse øjeblikke ligner en lukket kasse, men som ved nærmere eftersyn består af et uafgrænseligt virvar af elementer og relationer? Dette er i al sin enkelthed og i al sin kompleksitet, hvad aktør-netværksteori (ANT) beskæftiger sig med. ANT er en teori om teorier. Men ANT er også en teori om teknologi, videnskab, sociale aktører, samfund, natur og magt. Alle disse fænomener analyseres med den samme begrebsramme, nemlig den som er antydet i indledningen. Som en første approksimation kan vi sige, at aktørnetværksteori drejer sig om at tænke i punkter og forbindelser fremfor i kasser. I det følgende vil jeg introducere aktørnetværksteori på fra flere forskellige vinkler. Først vil jeg optegne nogle vigtige relationer til andre teoretiske traditioner (udenrigspolitikken) og de væsentligste dele af ANT (indenrigspolitikken). Herefter vil jeg indkredse den særlige analysestrategi som ANT står for. Hvordan analyserer man aktør-netværk? Hvad er de vigtigste analytiske redskaber og fremgangsmåder? og hvad betyder det, at tænke på denne måde? I kapitlets anden del vil jeg gennemgå et antal klassiske ANT-analyser. Formålet med denne gennemgang er dels at give et indtryk af ANTs empiriske og teoretiske bidrag, dels at vise analysestrategien i praksis. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/6689 Files in this item: 1
papers in organization, no. 48, 2003.pdf (241.4Kb) -
Foss, Nicolai J.; Klein, Peter G. (Frederiksberg, 2010)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: This paper offers a critical perspective on Israel Kirzner’s basic analytical framework. Specifically, we characterize Kirzner’s emphasis on processes of equilibration as a departure from the causal-realist price theory developed by Menger and his nineteenth- and twentieth-century followers. In this context, we contrast Kirzner’s interpretation of entrepreneurship as discovery with a more realistic, and operationally meaningful, idea of entrepreneurship as action. Finally, we discuss an inconsistency in Kirzner’s treatment of the antecedents of entrepreneurial behavior. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/8029 Files in this item: 1
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An empirical investigation into the alliance capability development processHeimeriks, Koen H.; Duysters, Geert (København, 2005)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: This study centers around the way in which firms can enhance alliance performance through the development of alliance capabilities. Whereas most research has focused on inter-firm antecedents of alliance performance, research on intra-firm antecedents pointing to prior experience and internal mechanisms to foster knowledge transfer has only recently emerged. As little is known about how firms develop alliance capabilities, this study aims to uncover how differences in sources of alliance capability development explain performance heterogeneity. The data come from a detailed survey held among alliance managers and Vice-Presidents of 151 firms. The survey covers over 2600 alliances for the period 1997-2001. This study not only finds that alliance capabilities partially mediate between alliance experience and alliance performance, but also yields novel insights into the micro-level building blocks underlying the process of alliance capability development. Key words: alliances, learning, knowledge transfer, alliance experience. JEL classification: L14 URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7436 Files in this item: 1
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An Eye-tracking and Key-logging StudyHvelplund, Kristian Tangsgaard (Frederiksberg, 2011)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: This study is an empirical investigation of translators’ allocation of cognitive resources, and its specific aim is to identify predictable behaviours and patterns of uniformity in translators’ allocation of cognitive resources in translation. The study falls within the process-oriented translation paradigm and within the more general field of cognitive psychology. Based on models of working memory, attentional control, language comprehension and language production, a theoretical framework was developed on which hypotheses were formulated and evaluated. The study’s empirical investigation fell into three major analyses, which each dealt with one aspect of translators’ allocation of cognitive resources: distribution of cognitive resources, management of cognitive resources and cognitive load. Three indicators were identified: total attention duration (TA duration measured in seconds) indicates the distribution of cognitive resources; attention unit duration (AU duration measured in milliseconds) indicates the amount of time allocated between two attention shifts; and pupil size (measured in millimetres) indicates cognitive load, i.e. workload on working memory.... URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/8314 Files in this item: 1
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Foss, Nicolai J. (København, 2009)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: The emergence over the last two decades or so of "knowledge” as an important part of the explanatory structure of management research is an intellectual breakthrough that is comparable in terms of its transforming impact to the behavioral revolution of the 1960s. A veritable "knowledge movement” has emerged that spans several fields in management. I take stock on alternative research strategies with that movement, distinguishing between "capabilities first”, "networks first” and "individuals first” strategies. Reasons are given why more research attention need to be allocated to the latter strategy if the knowledge movement is to continue making progress, but that the aim should ultimately be to reach towards multi-level research that combines aggregate constructs with top-down processes and bottom-up processes. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7449 Files in this item: 1
smg wp 2009-01.pdf (238.2Kb) -
Hjort, Katrin Erna (København, 1996)[More information][Less information]
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A Social Constructivist ApproachNedergaard, Peter (København, 2005)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: The paper is structured as follows: Section 2 summarizes the recent debate in the political science literature on analytical approaches to learning, which has gradually developed in a direction of being less and less individualistic. Section 3 follows up on this development and introduces a social constructivist approach to learning that redefines learning as changes in language-constituted relations to others. In section 4 this argument is elaborated into a model for mutual learning. Section 5 contains a qualitative analysis of the organisation of the EES in practice with regard to the possibilities of policy diffusion of the EES learning processes as predicted in the model in section 4. Section 6 deals with the conflictual views on the size and character of the learning processes of the EES in recent studies and proposes a new methodological path to investigate the mutual learning processes based upon a social constructivist approach. Section 7 is the conclusion of the article which sums up the examination of the both the various approaches to learning analysed in the paper and the evaluation of the possibilities of policy diffusion resulting from the learning processes. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7328 Files in this item: 1
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Knudsen, Line; Wenneberg, Søren B. (København, 2000)[More information][Less information]
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Christensen, Bo T.; Kristensen, Tore; Reber, Rolf (, 2009)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: The literature in consumer psychology has tended to lack a clear separation between theoretical models of creativity and beauty evaluations of products. The present study examined whether creativity and beauty affected willingness to pay jointly or separately. In three experiments using paintings, wrist watches and designer lamps as stimuli, the present study shows how creativity and beauty both positively influence consumer willingness-to-pay for the product, but each explains different parts of the variance. Further, product complexity differentially affects consumer judgments of creativity and beauty. The results show that it is essential to develop separate models of creativity and beauty evaluations in consumer psychology, in that they seem to be distinct factors, explaining different parts of the variance in their consequences on willingness to pay, and are affected differentially by antecedent factors, such as complexity. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7940 Files in this item: 1
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Håkanson, Lars; Ambos, Björn (København, 2008)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: This study investigates the antecedents of psychic distance. Building on original data in 25 of the world’s largest economies, we investigate potential drivers of the perceived distance among a given pair of countries. Results confirm that psychic distance is indeed a multifaceted construct which is determined by cultural, geographic and economic factors. Furthermore, our results indicate that geographic distance accounts for the largest share of the explained variance, suggesting that future studies should attribute geographic distance a more prominent role when it comes to empirically investigating international business decisions for which psychic distance perceptions may be important. They also suggest that, used in isolation, cultural distance – as measured by the so called Kogut and Singh index – is a poor predictor of distance perceptions. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/6583 Files in this item: 1
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Moeran, Brian (, 2009)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: This working paper examines the role of international book fairs in the global publishing industry, and in particular their relation to the publishing cycle, chain and field. It outlines some relevant historical features, as well as main functions, of fairs, before describing in detail the daily activities of an independent academic publisher at the Frankfurt Book Fair. Analysis of the book fair takes place at two levels. The first focuses on the importance of visibility in a fair’s timing and location, as well as in the location and size of participants’ stands, inclusion in the fair catalogue, business deals, and social gatherings. The second examines the book fair as a tournament of values, or ritual tournament, in terms of its framing, membership and currency. The argument presented is that the currency of copyright is not dissimilar to a form of gift exchange and that, as a result, a book is both commodity and gift. It is in the shadow of the gift that the commodity of the book is produced, distributed, sold and read. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7795 Files in this item: 1
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Moeran, Brian (, 2008)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: This working paper examines the role of international book fairs in the global publishing industry, and in particular their relation to the publishing cycle, chain and field. It outlines some relevant historical features, as well as main functions, of fairs, before describing in detail the daily activities of an independent academic publisher at the Frankfurt Book Fair. Analysis of the book fair takes place at two levels. The first focuses on the importance of visibility in a fair’s timing and location, as well as in the location and size of participants’ stands, inclusion in the fair catalogue, business deals, and social gatherings. The second examines the book fair as a tournament of values, or ritual tournament, in terms of its framing, membership and currency. The argument presented is that the currency of copyright is not dissimilar to a form of gift exchange and that, as a result, a book is both commodity and gift. It is in the shadow of the gift that the commodity of the book is produced, distributed, sold and read. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7779 Files in this item: 1
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A response to Marianne de Laet’s “Anthropology as social epistemology”Ratner, Helene (, 2013)[More information][Less information]
Abstract: As her title indicates, Marianne de Laet suggests that social epistemology could be thought of as anthropology, in terms of how this mode of knowing has helped flesh out the social dimensions of scientific knowledge. She does so firstly, by accounting for how anthropological methods and concepts have contributed to science and technology studies (STS) by providing an alternative to “believing the natives” i.e., scientists, hence challenging positivist and objectivist accounts of science. She then specifies selected analytical insights of anthropology. The concepts ‘culture’ and ‘practice’, she argues, enable us to learn how “knowledge is social in an epistemic sense” (2012, 421). She concludes her argument by questioning the distinction between epistemology and ontology, maintaining that anthropology is social epistemology. De Laet touches several key debates in the history of STS and much of her commentary on the sociality of knowledge is difficult to disagree with. There are however, also some elements in her argument with which I wish to engage critically. These include the relationship between anthropology and STS and the relationship between the concepts of culture and ontology. I will do so by drawing my inspiration from a contemporary a debate across STS and anthropology that — like de Laet — regards entanglements of epistemology and ontology, practice, and materiality. This project is also known as post- ANT and empirical philosophy in STS (Mol 2002; Gad and Bruun Jensen 2010, 55-80; Law and Hassard 1999) and lateral, multi-natural and ontological engagements in anthropology (Maurer 2005; Riles 2000; Strathern 2004 [1991]; Carrithers et al. 2010, 152-200; Viveiros de Castro 2004, 463-484). De Laet mentions some of the same sources. I will focus my commentary on these debates’ implications for the concept of culture and “our terminological tinkering” (2012, 420). My aim is to provide a different account of what anthropology has to offer STS and, as a consequence, to keep some interesting tensions open between the conceptual and the empirical, between “us” and “them”, which I believe de Laet resolves too quickly. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/8691 Files in this item: 1
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