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War As Political Work: Using Social Science For Strategic Success, Matthew J. Schmidt
War As Political Work: Using Social Science For Strategic Success, Matthew J. Schmidt
Political Science Faculty Publications
Army culture favors a quantitative/predictive approach to analyze problems. The author argues, however, that strategic thinking requires the relative subjectivity of a qualitative approach to problem solving.
A Science Of Context: The Qualitative Approach As Fundamental To Strategic Thought, Matthew J. Schmidt
A Science Of Context: The Qualitative Approach As Fundamental To Strategic Thought, Matthew J. Schmidt
Political Science Faculty Publications
(from book introduction, pp. 6-7) "Schmidt describes the differences between quantitative and qualitative approaches, research questions, and thought processes. Schmidt argues that quantitative methods are appropriate for tactical engagements and can inform strategic thinking, but a completely different thought process (i.e., qualitative) is necessary for success when asking questions with strategic implications. Schmidt also discusses how time delays can affect the perceived impact of qualitative modes of thinking."