Status Evolution and Competition: Theory and Evidence
研究澄清了地位概念，分析了导致组织地位随时间变化的制度与组织因素，并用大学体育数据证实地位独立于绩效影响锦标赛邀请。
In this study, we (1) clarify and distinguish the concept of status, (2) identify and analyze the institutional and organizational factors that can lead to differences in organizational status over time, and (3) empirically assess the privileges implied by such differences. Using extensive longitudinal data on competitive intercollegiate athletics, we found that status was a significant predictor of whether a college was invited to participate in the NCAA postseason basketball tournament, independently of performance considerations.