Date of Award
1968
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Political Science
Supervisor
T. C. Truman
Language
English
Abstract
A description of the leadership selection methods employed by the Conservative and Labour Parties in Britain and the Progressive Conservative and Liberal Parties in Canada since 1945. The methods of selection are illustrated by reference to case studies. The ecamination of the processes of leadership selection is especially related to Robert Michels' theories concerning oligarchy and the leadership of political parties.
Recommended Citation
Beavin, Hugh Andrews, "The Selection of Leaders in the Major Political Parties of Britain and Canada since 1945" (1968). Open Access Dissertations and Theses. Paper 4701.
http://digitalcommons.mcmaster.ca/opendissertations/4701
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