Abstract：Previous meta-analysis studies in the field of management focused on the use of quantitative meta-analysis method, so that many qualitative studies were not effectively accumulated and refined. Qualitative meta-analysis, as a method of integrating qualitative studies, can forcefully solve the “island” phenomenon among previous managerial qualitative studies, aiming to construct general management theory. In view of this, firstly, the connotation, epistemological basis and advantages over other research methods of qualitative meta-analysis are introduced. On this basis, previous studies are reviewed and the current status of the application of qualitative meta-analysis is summarized, including applicable research questions and specific operational tactics. Finally, the prospects for the application of qualitative meta-analysis method in future management research are presented from three aspects: questions, operations and methods.
