Professor Michael Butler

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  1. Article › Research › Peer-reviewed
  2. 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 journalArticlepeer-review

  3. 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 journalArticlepeer-review

  4. 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 journalArticlepeer-review

  5. Developing critical understanding in HRM students: using innovative teaching methods to encourage deep approaches to study

    Butler, M. J. R. & Reddy, P., 2010, In: Journal of European Industrial Training. 34, 8-9, p. 772-789 18 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  6. Europe's forgotten citizens: exploring poor health policy implementation in Roma communities in Galati

    Gheorghiu, L. & Butler, M., 2009, In: Annals of Dunărea de Jos University. 20, p. 50-67 18 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  7. Evaluating the skills strategy through a Graduate Certificate in Management: an experiential learning theory approach

    Butler, M. J. R. & Gheorghiu, L., 2010, In: Education and Training. 52, 6/7, p. 450-462 13 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  8. Exploring innovation in policy-making within central government: the case of the UK's Highways Agency

    Butler, M. J. R., Wilkinson, J. & Allen, P. M., 1 Apr 2010, In: Public Policy and Administration. 25, 2, p. 137-155 19 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  9. 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 journalArticlepeer-review

  10. Facility closure management: the case of Vauxhall Motors Luton

    Butler, M. J. R., Sweeney, M. & Crundwell, D., 19 Jun 2009, In: International Journal of Operations and Production Management. 29, 7, p. 670-691 22 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  11. Fear and loathing in the work place

    Senior, C., Butler, M. & Lee, N., 1 May 2008, In: American Journal of Bioethics. 8, 5, p. 20-21 2 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  12. How organizational cognitive neuroscience can deepen understanding of managerial decision-making: a review of the recent literature and future directions

    Butler, M. J. R., O'Broin, H. L. R., Lee, N. & Senior, C., 1 Oct 2016, In: International Journal of Management Reviews. 18, 4, p. 542–559

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  13. Human resource strategy: introducing a new management typology to make change stick

    Butler, M. J. R., 1 Sept 2006, In: Journal on Management. 1, 2, p. 57-69 13 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  14. Inquiring how a lecturer keeps learning about their teaching: a personal case history on reflective imagination

    Butler, M. J. R., 10 Jul 2007, In: International Journal of Quality and Standards. 2, 1, p. 1-39 39 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  15. Published

    Is psychological androgyny necessary for the hospitality graduate to become a manager?

    Roberts, A. & Butler, M., 2010, In: Journal of Human Resources in Hospitality and Tourism. 9, 3, p. 270-285 16 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  16. Leadership development through embedded learning - the case of 'Strategy for Future Leaders'

    Butler, M. J. R., 2009, In: Journal of Leadership Studies.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  17. Published

    Leadership research and cognitive neuroscience: the state of this union

    Lee, N., Senior, C. & Butler, M., 1 Apr 2012, In: Leadership Quarterly. 23, 2, p. 213-218 6 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  18. Local government modernisation: UK and comparative analysis from an organizational perspective

    Hartley, J., Butler, M. J. R. & Benington, J., 2002, In: Public Management Review. 4, 3, p. 387-404 18 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  19. Managing from the inside out: drawing on 'receptivity' to explain variation in strategy implementation

    Butler, M. J. R., 1 Dec 2003, In: British Journal of Management. 14, S1, p. S47-S60

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  20. Neuromarketing and the perceptions of knowledge

    Butler, M. J. R., 30 Jul 2008, In: Journal of Consumer Behaviour. 7, 4/5, p. 415-419 5 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  21. Operationalizing interdisciplinary research-a model of co-production in organizational cognitive neuroscience

    Butler, M. J. R., 16 Jan 2014, In: Frontiers in Human Neuroscience. 7, 720.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  22. Organizational cognitive neuroscience

    Senior, C., Lee, N. & Butler, M., 1 May 2011, In: Organization Science. 22, 3, p. 804-815 12 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  23. 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 journalArticlepeer-review

  24. Published

    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. 1766-1791

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  25. The brain in business: neuromarketing and organisational cognitive neuroscience

    Lee, N., Butler, M. J. R. & Senior, C., 1 Dec 2010, In: Der Markt. 49, 3-4, p. 129-131 3 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  26. The brain in business: the case for organizational cognitive neuroscience?

    Lee, N., Butler, M. J. R. & Senior, C., 5 Aug 2008, In: Nature Precedings. online

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  27. The domain of organizational cognitive neuroscience: theoretical and empirical challenges

    Lee, N., Senior, C. & Butler, M., 1 Jul 2012, In: Journal of Management. 38, 4, p. 921-931 11 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  28. The effects of the menstrual cycle on social decision making

    Senior, C., Lau, A. & Butler, M. J. R., 1 Feb 2007, In: International Journal of Psychophysiology. 63, 2, p. 186-191 6 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  29. The fallacy of integration: work and non-work in professional services

    Wilson, S., Butler, M., James, K., Partington, D., Singh, V. & Vinnicombe, S., 2004, In: Women in Management Review. 19, 4, p. 186-195 10 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  30. The feasibility of neuroimaging methods in marketing research

    Lee, N., Senior, C., Butler, M. & Fuchs, R., 9 Feb 2009, In: Nature Precedings. online

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  31. The neuroethics of the social world of work

    Senior, C., Lee, N. & Butler, M., 1 Jan 2008, In: American Journal of Bioethics. 8, 1, p. 54-55 2 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  32. 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 journalArticlepeer-review

  33. 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 journalArticlepeer-review

  34. 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 journalArticlepeer-review

  35. Published

    Trait emotional intelligence facilitates responses to a social gambling task

    Telle, N.-T., Senior, C. & Butler, M., 1 Apr 2011, In: Personality and Individual Differences. 50, 4, p. 523-526 4 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  36. Understanding policy implementation processes as self-organizing systems

    Butler, M. J. R. & Allen, P. M., 2008, In: Public Management Review. 10, 3, p. 421-440 20 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  37. Published

    What's the effect of the public policies on the Roma women in Romania

    Gheorghiu, L. & Butler, M., 2012, In: Nevi Sara Kali. 3, p. 152-155 4 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

  38. Chapter › Research › Not peer-reviewed
  39. 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 proceedingChapter

  40. Climate and teamwork

    Butler, M. J. R. & West, M. A., 10 Mar 2008, Strategic human resource management. Resources, A. C. F. H. (ed.). CIPD

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

  41. Conclusion: introduction to organisational behaviour

    Rose, E. & Butler, M., 1 Jan 2011, Introduction to organisational behaviour. Butler, M. & Rose, E. (eds.). CIPD, p. 440-443 4 p.

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

  42. 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 proceedingChapter

  43. 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 proceedingChapter

  44. Interviewing strategies in the face of beauty: a psychophysiological investigation into the job negotiation process

    Senior, C., Thomson, K., Badger, J. & Butler, M. J. R., 1 Nov 2007, The social cognitive neuroscience of corporate thinking. Senior, C. & Butler, M. J. (eds.). United Kingdom: Blackwell, p. 142-162 21 p. (Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences).

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

  45. 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 proceedingChapter

  46. 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 proceedingChapter

  47. Research possibilities for organisational cognitive neuroscience

    Butler, M. J. R. & Senior, C., 1 Nov 2007, The social cognitive neuroscience of corporate thinking. Senior, C. & Butler, M. J. (eds.). United Kingdom: Blackwell, p. 206-210 5 p. (Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences).

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

  48. Strategic HRM: building research-based practice

    Butler, M. J. R. & Taha, A. Z., 10 Mar 2008, Strategic human resource management. for Human Resources, A. C. (ed.). CIPD, p. 33-62 30 p.

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

  49. 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 Warwick

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

  50. 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 proceedingChapter

  51. 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 proceedingChapter

  52. The influence of attractiveness and gender in job negotiations

    Butler, M. J. R., Badger, J. R., Thomson, K. V. G. & Senior, C., 2006, Proceedings of the British Psychological Society. United Kingdom: British Psychological Society, Vol. 14. p. 159-160 2 p.

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

  53. The virtual pedagogy initiative

    Senior, C., Butler, M. J. R., Wood, J. & Reddy, P. A., 1 Jan 2009, Good practice guide in learning and teaching. Green, J. & Higson, H. (eds.). Aston University, p. 18-30 13 p. (Good practice guide in learning and teaching).

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

  54. 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 Publishing

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

  55. Published

    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 proceedingChapter

  56. 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 proceedingChapter

  57. 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 Group

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

  58. Virtual pedagogy initiative revisited

    Reddy, P., Butler, M. J., Senior, C. & Wood, J., 1 Mar 2013, Good practice guide in learning and teaching. Green, J. & Higson, H. (eds.). Aston University, p. 27-28 2 p. (Good practice guide in learning and teaching).

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

  59. Chapter › Research › Peer-reviewed
  60. 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 Elgar

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapterpeer-review

  61. Published

    Towards net zero - A practical transformative leadership agenda for manufacturers and SMEs

    de Ruyter, A., Butler, M. & Crozier, R., 10 Feb 2025, Examining Net Zero: Creating Solutions for a Greener Society and Sustainable Economic Growth. de Ruyter, A., McCabe, S. & Nielsen, B. (eds.). Emerald Group Publishing Limited

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapterpeer-review

  62. Conference contribution › Research › Not peer-reviewed
  63. Selection & development of short-term project team members: developmental stability as an indicator of interpersonal skills

    O'Broin, H. L. R., Butler, M. J. R., Lee, N. & Senior, C., 2013, ESRC research capacity building clusters. Clegg, B., Scully, J. & Bryson, J. (eds.). Aston University, p. 141-150 10 p.

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingConference contribution

  64. Students' approaches to study

    Butler, M., Shah, N. & Reddy, P., 2008, BAM2008 conference proceedings. British Academy of Management

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingConference contribution

  65. Paper › Research › Not peer-reviewed
  66. A tale of two evolutions: the complex cognition of social organization

    Butler, M. J. R., 2009.

    Research output: Contribution to conferencePaper

  67. Evolutionary neurobusiness

    Saad, G., Stanton, A. A., Lee, N., Senior, C. & Butler, M. J., 2008, p. 33.

    Research output: Contribution to conferencePaper

  68. Published

    Managing the complexity of implementation: linking receptivity to complex systems

    Butler, M. J. R. & Allen, P., 2007.

    Research output: Contribution to conferencePaper

  69. Managing the complexity of implementation: linking receptivity to complex systems

    Butler, M. J. R. & Allen, P., 2004.

    Research output: Contribution to conferencePaper

  70. The entrepreneurial professional: the case of the UK's Highways Agency

    Butler, M. J. R., Wilkinson, J. & Allen, P., 2008.

    Research output: Contribution to conferencePaper

  71. The fallacy of integration: work and non-work in professional services

    Wilson, S., Butler, M. J. R., James, K., Partington, D., Singh, V. & Vinicombe, S., 2003.

    Research output: Contribution to conferencePaper

  72. 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 conferencePaper

  73. Using language change to chart the diffusion of an idea system

    Butler, M. J. R., 2001.

    Research output: Contribution to conferencePaper

  74. Paper › Research › Peer-reviewed
  75. Published

    Advancing Circular Transformation in the Food Industry: Leveraging Dynamic Capabilities for Business Model Innovation

    Ullah, K., Butler, M., McDonald, M. & Griffiths, G., 1 Sept 2024.

    Research output: Contribution to conferencePaperpeer-review

  76. Featured article › Research
  77. 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 publicationFeatured article

  78. Other contribution › Research › Not peer-reviewed
  79. Rethinking change: downsizing businesses, changing behaviours and still managing to come out on top

    Butler, M. J. R., Crundwell, D. & Sweeney, M., 2012, European Foundation for Management Development.

    Research output: Other contribution

  80. Published

    TRANSFORMATION film's channel

    Butler, M., 31 Jul 2011

    Research output: Other contribution

  81. Transformation e-zine

    Butler, M., 1 Dec 2009, Aston University.

    Research output: Other contribution

  82. Transformation e-zine

    Butler, M., 1 Oct 2010, Aston University.

    Research output: Other contribution

  83. Book › Research › Not peer-reviewed
  84. How research informs and improves the teaching and learning experience

    Butler, M. & Palmer, M., 2009, Aston University.

    Research output: Book/ReportBook

  85. Published

    Introduction to organisational behaviour

    Butler, M. (Editor) & Rose, E. (Editor), 1 Jan 2011, CIPD.

    Research output: Book/ReportBook

  86. Living language: language, power and identity

    Butler, M. & Keith, G., 7 Jun 1999, Hodder Education.

    Research output: Book/ReportBook

  87. Local e-government Now, 2003 - Sustaining the Momentum

    Butler, M., 2003, IDeA and Socitm.

    Research output: Book/ReportBook

  88. Managing change and delivery growth - 17 April 2008 Conference Review

    Butler, M., 2008, Aston University.

    Research output: Book/ReportBook

  89. Strategic human resource management: building research-based practice

    Butler, M. J. R., 10 Mar 2008, CIPD.

    Research output: Book/ReportBook

  90. The social cognitive neuroscience of organisations

    Senior, C. (Editor) & Butler, M. J. (Editor), 1 Nov 2007, United Kingdom: Blackwell. (Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences)

    Research output: Book/ReportBook

  91. University league tables: a measure of governance

    Kakabadse, A., Butler, M. & Myers, A., 2001, Cabinet Office.

    Research output: Book/ReportBook

  92. Book › Research › Peer-reviewed
  93. Published

    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/ReportBookpeer-review

  94. Commissioned report › Research › Not peer-reviewed
  95. Published
  96. Report for CeDo: CeDo - receptivity for change audit

    Butler, M., 2 May 2012, ESRC.

    Research output: Book/ReportCommissioned report

  97. Published
  98. Published

    West Midlands Future Prosperity: Upgrading management skills for growth

    Keshwara, B., Butler, M. & de Ruyter, A., Jun 2023, Corby: Chartered Management Institute (CMI). 28 p.

    Research output: Book/ReportCommissioned report

  99. Commissioned report › Research › Peer-reviewed
  100. Published

    Anglesey Column Trust - Sensing Around Anglesey Column

    Butler, M., Crosby, P., Hanna, S. & Xiao, J., Mar 2025, Bangor. 22 p.

    Research output: Book/ReportCommissioned reportpeer-review

  101. Published

    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/ReportCommissioned reportpeer-review

  102. Other report › Research › Not peer-reviewed
  103. Impact assessment report: Echo, Research Report for Echo

    Butler, M., 2009, Aston University.

    Research output: Book/ReportOther report

  104. Working paper › Research
  105. Interpersonal attraction and decision making: A review for a research Agenda

    Butler, M. J. R., Lau, A. & Senior, C., 2006, Aston University, (Aston Business School research papers).

    Research output: Working paper