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Controversial & Critical Theories

Challenging conventions: From creative destruction and religious ethics to rogue behaviors and biological triggers.

Module 1: Radical Economic & Social Roots

UNIT 1 Schumpeter’s Theory

UNIT 2 Max Weber’s Theory

UNIT 3 Hagen’s Theory

UNIT 4 Entrepreneurship as Emancipation

Module 2: Deviance & Psychology

UNIT 5 Misfit Theory

UNIT 6 Disagreeableness Theory

UNIT 7 Rogue Entrepreneurship

UNIT 8 Slacker Theory

Module 3: Biological & Cognitive Limits

UNIT 9 Brain Parasite Theory

UNIT 10 Addiction Theory

UNIT 11 Hubris Theory

Critical Theory Quiz

1. Schumpeter’s "Creative Destruction" argues that the primary role of the entrepreneur is to: Disrupt the existing economic order by introducing new innovations Maintain price stability in mature markets

2. Max Weber’s theory suggests entrepreneurship was historically fueled by: A religious calling emphasizing hard work and accumulation of capital A government-mandated plan for industrialization

3. "Misfit Theory" suggests that some people become entrepreneurs because: They are unable to adapt to traditional corporate environments They have the highest GPA in their business school class

4. Rogue Entrepreneurship involves: Operating outside or on the fringes of formal institutional rules Following all government regulations strictly

5. Disagreeableness Theory posits that a certain level of social friction: Helps entrepreneurs persist with unpopular ideas despite social pressure Makes it impossible to ever hire a team

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