Henry Ford - A Great Innovator
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Case Details: |
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LDEN025 |
For delivery in electronic format: Rs. 300;
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ThemesCorporate Social Responsibility
Themes
Entrepreneurship |
| Case Length |
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13 Pages |
| Period |
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1903 |
| Pub Date |
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2003 |
| Teaching Note |
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Not Available |
| Organization |
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Ford Motor Corporation |
| Industry |
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Automobile |
| Countries |
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USA |
Abstract:
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This case examines the leadership and entrepreneurial qualities of Henry Ford (Ford), the founder of Ford Motor Company.
The case details how Ford's vision (of producing an affordable car for the masses) and his innovations (Model T, moving assembly line approach, mass-production concept, Highland Park factory) transformed the global automobile industry.
The case also examines Ford's contributions in generating employment in the US and his best practices in managing human resources. Finally, the case discusses a few criticisms of Ford's managerial practices.
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Issues:
» Identify and appreciate the qualities that characterize an entrepreneur
and a leader
» Understand the obstacles faced and
struggles endured by a leader in transforming a vision into a
reality.
Contents:
Keywords:
Leadership, entrepreneurial, Henry Ford, Ford Motor Company,
car, Model T, assembly line approach, mass-production, Highland Park, generating
employment, US, managing human resources, criticisms, managerial practices.
Henry Ford - A Great Innovator
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