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This chapter is devoted to giving a sample of typical models used in organizational research. It is obvious that we can provide only a few illustrations of the models available. No doubt, readers will add examples of models from their own experience. Apart from the classic models discussed in the literature, every problem lends itself to the design of a new model or to the modification of an old one.

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van Gigch, J.P. (1991). Model Types. In: System Design Modeling and Metamodeling. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4899-0676-2_7

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