Theory of The Firm

The theory of the firm consists of a number of economic theories that describe, explain, and predict the nature of the firm, company, or corporation, including its existence, behavior, structure, and relationship to the market.

Read more about Theory Of The Firm:  Overview, Background, Transaction Cost Theory, Reconsiderations of Transaction Cost Theory, Managerial and Behavioural Theories, Williamson's Approach, Firm Economies, Other Models, Legacy

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