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Peter Olafson (A)

By: John J. Gabarro
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Abstract

Describes the problems facing a recent MBA graduate in his job as general manager of a cable television company owned by a parent corporation. Raises issues of corporate divisional relationships and the difficulties facing an inexperienced manager who seems to be receiving little support.

Keywords

Business Subsidiaries; Television Entertainment; Managerial Roles; Organizational Design; Problems and Challenges

Citation

Gabarro, John J. "Peter Olafson (A)." Harvard Business School Case 475-025, August 1974. (Revised April 1983.)
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