In Weber’s view, what makes bureaucracies efficient? How can we extend his theoretical standpoints to

understand strong and weak institutions in among emerging economies?
Must talk about webers view and also include intext citations to back up claims. Also mention other
philosophers views. Give examples but always back up. Outside sources are okay too.
Readings to use:
Gerth, H. H. and C. W. Mills (eds) (1991) From Max Weber: Essays in Sociology. London: Routledge:

Chapter: Bureaucracy (196-244).
Collins, Randall (1986). Weberian Sociological Theory. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. Chapters

1 &

1. Acemoglu, D., & Robinson, J. A. (2012). Why Nations Fail: The Origins of Power, Prosperity and

Poverty, Profile Books. ProQuest Ebook Central North, D. (1990). Institutions, institutional change, and

economic performance. New York: Cambridge University Press.