Conference Announcements

The management of private and public institutions affects almost every aspect of our lives.However, narrowly defined conceptions of management place a premium on the rational pursuit of measurable, financial returns with limited amounts of regulation.Consequently, the dysfunctional effects of mainstream management are ignored and innovative forms of economic activity undertaken in pursuit of broader social goals are neglected.Private sector scandals in banking and the media as well as high-profile public sector failings in social services and hospitals have highlighted limitations associated with current management practices.Members of the Academy will be aware of the problems associated with a narrow focus on rational managerial solutions whether applied to research, teaching or engagement with business and other stakeholders.Therefore, based on the theme of 'managing to make a difference' the BAM community is invited to consider the wider implications of management.Europe's Journal of Psychology ejop.psychopen.eu| 1841-0413The BAM2013 conference with a range of sub-themes and a strong multi-disciplinary spirit provides an excellent opportunity to consider various facets of management beyond 'manageable' means-ends explanations.Liverpool, 'the original redbrick University', makes a significant contribution to the changing fortunes of the City with 27,000 students and 5,000 staff including 1,400 academics and 800 researchers.The University of Liverpool Management School invites you to join an open and stimulating debate on the theme of 'managing to make a difference'.Management School staff are excited by the prospect of hosting the BAM conference in 2013 and will ensure that it reflects the vibrancy, passion and good humour for which the City of Liverpool is famous.