Dr. Jinia Mukerjee of Montpellier Business School received the OMT Division’s Best International Paper Award at Academy of Management

Montpellier Business School announces the recognition of Dr. Jinia Mukerjee, faculty member and researcher at MBS, and contributor to the MIND Chair. This remarkable acknowledgment comes from the esteemed Academy of Management (#aom2023) as Dr. Mukerjee’s collaborative study, conducted with Dr. Anca Metiu from Essec Business School, has earned the OMT Division’s Best International Paper Award.

Redefining Creativity within Organizational Landscapes

Dr. Jinia Mukerjee’s profound work has ignited perspectives on how creativity is conceptualized within the realm of professional environments. Anchored in a meticulous ethnographic exploration of a high-tech company, her study has illuminated how the deliberate immersion into enjoyable, non-work-related activities – known as immersive play – can powerfully catalyze the creative mechanisms within organizations.

Harmonizing Professional Engagement and Creative Detachment

This innovative research showcases the interplay between phases of professional commitment and playful exploration, culminating in a symbiotic relationship that fosters creativity. The ebb and flow of work engagement seamlessly intertwines with immersive play, effectively nurturing sustained dedication to tasks and paving the way for inventive solutions to intricate challenges.

Delving Deeper

Dr. Jinia Mukerjee’s academic trajectory boasts a consistent focus on the role of play within professional contexts. Her previous research delving into the dynamics of play at the workplace is accessible on The Conversation.

For a comprehensive understanding of the awarded article, the publication in the “Journal of Product Innovation Management” can be accessed here.