Robert L. Bonner

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Robert L. Bonner is a provocative voice in management education, best known for his critical examination of how emerging technologies reshape managerial thinking and learning. His research centers on the intersection of management pedagogy, decision-making, and the responsible integration of generative artificial intelligence (Gen-AI) into business curricula. Bonner’s most cited work, the 2024 essay “Tools or Fools: Are We Educating Managers or Creating Tool-Dependent Robots?” (29 citations), challenges educators to move beyond outright resistance to Gen-AI and instead thoughtfully embed these tools to enhance student learning while guarding against overreliance. This contribution has sparked essential conversations about preserving critical thinking and ethical judgment in an increasingly automated world. Bonner’s scholarship is notable for its timely, pragmatic approach—offering strategies that balance technological potential with human-centered education. His work resonates with faculty and administrators navigating the rapid digitization of business schools, making him a key figure in debates about the future of management training. Through his incisive analysis, Bonner continues to influence how educators prepare students to lead, not merely operate, in a tool-rich environment.