THE HARZBURG MANAGEMENT MODEL- A CATALYST FOR INTRAPRENEURSHIP

Purpose – Aims to present a model which creates an environment that offers the employee the freedom to act and think independently, especially through the delegation of responsibility, thus creating the framework for intrapreneurship.

Methodology/approach – A historical review from two main perspectives, the corporate intrareneurship literature and the elements of a management model, not studied before, but which will bring substantial contribution to intrapreneurship, if implemented.

Findings – There are positive relationships between the Harzburg Management Model (and its dimensions i.e. organizational and structural) and intrapreneurship. 

Research limitations/implications – A survey is currently ongoing in order to establish the relationship between the particularities of the model as a factor for increasing motivation and intrapreneurship.

Practical implications –The hereby presented management model could offer a business model which fosters intrapreneurship.

Originality/value –.The model offers through its main elements and methods the creation of an intrapreneurial employee which will bring only benefits in the further development of the organization.