Professor Michael Butler
Professor

Links
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichaeljrbutler/?originalSubdomain=uk
More details about my career history to date. - https://scholar.google.co.uk/citations?user=c58AwC0AAAAJ&hl=en&inst=2074156991885190451
Google Scholar - my citations. - https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Michael-Butler-32?ev=hdr_xprf
Read a selection of my research outputs. - http://www.thetransformationproject.co.uk
The TRANSFORMATION Project captures my engaged scholarship, my work with a variety of organisations. The focus is on transformation, identifying how organisations become receptive (or non-receptive) for change. There are a wide range of resources from toolsets, case studies and video material. - https://nziw.wales/north-east-wales-industrial-decarbonisation-cluster-new-id/
NEWID is one of my current research projects. I'm leading Bangor University's Economic and Social Benefits Analysis, Work Package 9. NEWID has kick-started the Green Industrial Revolution in North East Wales. The mission? To create a trusted, sustainable, prosperous and resilient industry in the region. Starting from the brilliant work of the region’s two Industrial Hubs — Deeside Decarbonisation Forum and Wrexham Achieving Carbon Zero — NEWID is all about teamwork. It brings together regional organisations, helps them plan how to cut down on carbon, and sets up the right structures for place-based decarbonisation. NEWID’s goal is to substantially reduce the carbon-footprint of industry in the region by 2030 — with the gold-standard of full-decarbonisation by 2050. Aligning with the Local Energy Action Plans of Flintshire and Wrexham Councils, NEWID is actively collaborating to make North East Wales a greener and cleaner place. Together, they work hand in hand to drive the region’s transition toward a more sustainable future.
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The influence of age and trait attributions on recruitment selection
Badger, J. R., Thomson, K. V. G., Senior, C. & Butler, M. J. R., 1 May 2006, p. 159.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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Embedding Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethics in Business Education: an Introduction
Borland, H., Butler, M., Elliott, C. & Traczykowski, L., 1 Aug 2022, Embedding Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethics in Business Education. Borland, H., Butler, M., Elliott, C. & Ormrod, N. (eds.). Edward ElgarResearch output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
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Embedding sustainability, corporate social responsibility and ethics in business education
Borland, H. (Editor), Butler, M. (Editor), Elliott, C. (Editor) & Ormrod, N. (Editor), 14 Jun 2022, Cheltenham: Edward Elgar. 204 p.Research output: Book/Report › Book › peer-review
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The use of maturity models in improving project management performance: an empirical investigation
Brookes, N., Butler, M., Dey, P. & Clark, R., 31 Dec 2014, In: International Journal of Managing Projects in Business. 7, 2, p. 231-246 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Sail on, O ship of state! But in which direction? NPM, organisational diversity and concerns for best practice
Butler, M. J. R., 2002.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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Never a cross word: exploring the permeability of knowledge transfer boundaries though top team case histories?
Butler, M. J. R., 2009.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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Managing the complexity of implementation: linking receptivity to complex systems
Butler, M. J. R. & Allen, P., 2007.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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Managing the complexity of implementation: linking receptivity to complex systems
Butler, M. J. R. & Allen, P., 2004.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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The entrepreneurial professional: the case of the UK's Highways Agency
Butler, M. J. R., Wilkinson, J. & Allen, P., 2008.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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Thinking creatively about learning - The reflective mindset
Butler, M. J. R., 2006, The increasing momentum of momentum trading in the UK stock market In Almanac 2006. Higson, H. (ed.). Harriman House PublishingResearch output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Using language change to chart the diffusion of an idea system
Butler, M. J. R., 2001.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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A tale of two evolutions: the complex cognition of social organization
Butler, M. J. R., 2009.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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Systematising understanding about the "New Public Management" - Constructing a new NPM typology
Butler, M. J. R., 2001.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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Students' approaches to study
Butler, M., Shah, N. & Reddy, P., 2008, BAM2008 conference proceedings. British Academy of ManagementResearch output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
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Impact assessment report: Echo, Research Report for Echo
Butler, M., 2009, Aston University.Research output: Book/Report › Other report
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North East Wales Industrial Decarbonisation (NEWID), Economic and Social Benefits Analysis, Work Package 9
Butler, M., Liddle, J., Mitchelmore, S., Parry, S. & Skinner, C., Jan 2025, 32 p.Research output: Book/Report › Commissioned report › peer-review
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Local e-government Now, 2003 - Sustaining the Momentum
Butler, M., 2003, IDeA and Socitm.Research output: Book/Report › Book
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Pilot study reviewing the receptivity for change of the business improvement department and the core leadership programme
Butler, M., 8 Mar 2011, ESRC.Research output: Book/Report › Commissioned report
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Living language: language, power and identity
Butler, M. & Keith, G., 7 Jun 1999, Hodder Education.Research output: Book/Report › Book
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Team-based organisations for competitive advantage
Butler, M. & West, M., 10 Mar 2008, Strategic human resource management. Resources, A. C. F. H. (ed.). CIPD, p. 263-295 33 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Introduction : a new model of learning blending employability skills, international focus and multimedia elements
Butler, M. & Rose, E., 1 Jan 2011, Introduction to organisational behaviour. Butler, M. & Rose, E. (eds.). CIPD, p. 1-10 10 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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The transformation project: management tools for performance improvement
Butler, M., 1 Sept 2010, In: Project Manager Today. p. 17 1 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Seven Ways To Make Business Truly Sustainable Post-COVID: #5 Don’t try to ‘go it alone’ to solve difficult problems
Butler, M., 20 May 2020, Forbes.Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Featured article
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Dealing with rising student numbers in the assessment of work-related learning: the case of 'Strategy for Future Leaders'
Butler, M., 2010, In: Learning and Teaching in Higher Education. 4, 2, p. 142-145 4 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Decision-making
Butler, M., Bezant-Niblett, K. & Caine, K., 1 Jan 2011, Introduction to organisational behaviour. Butler, M. & Rose, E. (eds.). CIPD, p. 237-267 31 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Managing change and delivery growth - 17 April 2008 Conference Review
Butler, M., 2008, Aston University.Research output: Book/Report › Book
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Anglesey Column Trust - Sensing Around Anglesey Column
Butler, M., Crosby, P., Hanna, S. & Xiao, J., Mar 2025, Bangor. 22 p.Research output: Book/Report › Commissioned report › peer-review
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Strategy in the public sector: Strategy and Practice, Lesson 8, The Warwick MBA by distance learning
Butler, M., 2001, Strategy and Practice, Lesson 8, The Warwick MBA by distance learning. University of WarwickResearch output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Introduction to organisational behaviour
Butler, M. (Editor) & Rose, E. (Editor), 1 Jan 2011, CIPD.Research output: Book/Report › Book
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Toward an organizational cognitive neuroscience
Butler, M. & Senior, C., 1 Nov 2007, Social cognitive neuroscience of organisations. Butler, M. & Senior, C. (eds.). United Kingdom: Blackwell, p. 1-17 17 p. (Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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The transformation project: management tools for performance improvement
Butler, M., 1 Dec 2010, In: LARCI Newsletter. 2010, Winter, p. 9 1 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Report for CeDo: CeDo - receptivity for change audit
Butler, M., 2 May 2012, ESRC.Research output: Book/Report › Commissioned report
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Thinking creatively about learning ? The reflective mindset
Butler, M., 2006, Good practice in teaching and learning guide. Higson, H. (ed.). Aston University, Vol. 3. p. 30-36 7 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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How research informs and improves the teaching and learning experience
Butler, M. & Palmer, M., 2009, Aston University.Research output: Book/Report › Book
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Bringing learning outcomes to life - mapping, storytelling and imagination
Butler, M., 2004, Good practice guide in learning and teaching. Higson, H. (ed.). Aston University, Vol. 2. p. 14-16 3 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Establishing organizational receptivity for change
Butler, M., 17 Apr 2012, Ready for change? Transition through turbulence to reformation and transformation. Heimer-Rathbone, C. L. (ed.). Palgrave Macmillan, p. 29-52 24 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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The Dent in the Floor: Ecological Knowing in the Skillful Performance of Work
Butler, M. & Cunliffe, A., Jul 2024, In: Journal of Management Studies. 61, 5, p. 1766-1791Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Evaluating the Closure Management Process at Luton, Research Report for Vauxhall Motors Limited, Luton, UK
Butler, M. & Sweeney, M., 2004, Aston University.Research output: Book/Report › Book
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Transformational Change in Africa: A case study of Sustainable Economic Growth in Kenya
Butler, M. J., Pavlovic, S., Pavlovic, A. & Kazmi, S. B., 14 Aug 2018, Routledge Handbook of Organizational Change in Africa. Ovadje, F. & Aryee, S. (eds.). United Kingdom: Routledge Taylor & Francis GroupResearch output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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A Model of Continuous Improvement Programme Management
Butler, M. J., Szwejczewski, M. & Sweeney, M., 1 May 2018, In: Production Planning and Control. 29, 5, p. 386-402 17 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Exploring the failure to protect the rights of the Roma child in Romania
Butler, M. J. R. & Gheorghiu, L., 1 Oct 2010, In: Public Administration and Development. 30, 4, p. 235-246 12 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Developing Absorptive Capacity Theory for Public Service Organizations: Emerging UK Empirical Evidence
Butler, M. J. R. & Ferlie, E., 1 Apr 2020, In: British Journal of Management. 31, 2, p. 344-364 21 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The influence of age and trait attributions on recruitment selection
Butler, M. J. R., Badger, J. R., Thomson, K. V. G. & Senior, C., 2006, Proceedings of the British Association for Cognitive Neuroscience. British Association for Cognitive Neuroscience, Vol. 33. p. 69-69 1 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Climate and teamwork
Butler, M. J. R. & West, M. A., 10 Mar 2008, Strategic human resource management. Resources, A. C. F. H. (ed.). CIPDResearch output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Explaining the success of two contrasting UK local government network management strategies
Butler, M. J. R., 2001.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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Leadership development through embedded learning - the case of 'Strategy for future leaders'
Butler, M. J. R., 1 Feb 2010, Good practice guide in learning and teaching. Higson, H. & Green, J. (eds.). Aston University, Vol. 7. p. 24-26 3 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Organizational cognitive neuroscience – potential (non-) implications for practice
Butler, M. J. R., 5 Jun 2017, In: Leadership and Organization Development Journal. 38, 4, p. 564-575 12 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review