The Relevance of Barnard’s Theoretical System to the Economic, Social, and Moral Requirements of the Current Knowledge-Based Economy

  • Stefania Zanda
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Abstract

This chapter analyzes the relevance and originality of Barnard’s thought in relation to the economic, social, and moral requirements of the current knowledge-based economy.

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Authors and Affiliations

  • Stefania Zanda
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  1. 1.Faculty of EconomicsSapienza University of RomeRomeItaly

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