Abstract
The purpose of this study was to determine the key factors involved in operating a successful independent management consulting business. For those working in the independent management consulting industry or looking to begin, this study aimed to provide information to help define what success means and identify the most important contributors to achieving that success. The study gathered data via online survey and semi-structured interviews from people who have owned an independent management consulting business. Trends in the data were identified and compared with current research to determine the key factors in operating a successful independent management consulting business.
Library of Congress Subject Headings
Dissertations (MA) -- Organization Development; Consulting firms -- Management; Business consultants
Date of Award
2015
School Affiliation
Graziadio Business School
Department/Program
Business
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Masters
Faculty Advisor
Rhodes, Kent;
Recommended Citation
Jonckheere, Michael, "Independent management consulting business success" (2015). Theses and Dissertations. 589.
https://digitalcommons.pepperdine.edu/etd/589