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Resource dependency theory

How important is the access to resources? In this video, Georg von Schnurbein presents resource dependency theory.

Resource dependency theory states that securing access to important resources is the key to organizational survival.

Particularly in nonprofit organizations, resources are often given without direct return. Thus, the connection to the resource deliverers is very important. This has several implications for nonprofit management.

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