To the Question of Modern Socio-Philosophical Approaches to the Formation and Development of Management Philosophy as a Practical Theory

Aim. To carry out a socio-philosophical analysis, substantiation and identification of the specifics of management philosophy. Methodology. The author uses a systemic and comparative approach, allowing a detailed examination of the research problem. This work is the development of a methodological basis for social philosophy, management theory for further implementation in management activities, as well as the definition of a new subject field of management philosophy – the management consciousness of managers. Results. The development of management philosophy as a practical theory was considered as a result of the connection between the theory and practice of management on the one hand, and social philosophy on the other. Research implications. The article discloses the author’s approach in defining management philosophy. The practical component is the definition of the role of management philosophy for management theory and social philosophy, taking into account the importance of the anthropological approach.