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managerialism

British  
/ ˌmænɪˈdʒɪərɪəˌlɪzəm /

noun

  1. the application of managerial techniques of businesses to the running of other organizations, such as the civil service or local authorities

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  • managerialist noun

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What must also be noted is that the governing structure of the university is not just top-heavy with administrators but is largely shaped by a form of managerialism modeled after business culture.

From Salon • Dec. 18, 2021

But by the 1970s, managerialism became synonymous in investment circles with immovable executives who were running bloated businesses more for their own benefit than for their shareholders.

From New York Times • Aug. 20, 2019

And in an echo of managerialism, there are some corporate executives who deserve credit for this change.

From New York Times • Aug. 20, 2019

In this period of despair and volatility, their offer of milquetoast, market-led managerialism is not a winning formula.

From The Guardian • Nov. 16, 2016

It can be argued that the whole world of work, whether private or public sector, has seen an explosion in managerialism in recent years.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2011