Abstract

This seminar proposes a critical dialogue on what it means to theorize today, at a time when science is facing a crisis of credibility. We will examine how widely adopted research practices shape the development and accumulation of knowledge, and how these practices relate to the current crisis of credibility. Beyond issues of credibility, management theory has long been criticized for its limited relevance to pressing societal and organizational challenges. Building on this diagnosis, the seminar critically revisits dominant prescriptions for theory building in management. Finally, we will explore pathways toward research that meaningfully addresses both the current crisis of credibility and the enduring crisis of relevance in management studies.