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Female managers and their characteristics in the Trenčin region, Slovakia

Literature Item

Author Information:

• Name: Elena Delgadová, Monika Gullerová , Economy, Gender Studies, Business Economy / Management
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.ceeol.com/

Abstract:

The primary objective of the paper is to explore the management style of women, as well as their distinctive characteristics. It is believed that these distinctive features have a major influence upon their career-related behavior. The contribution tries to underscore the fact that women can prove themselves successfully in managerial positions within organizations, even though their career development is still hampered by gender inequality, since the world of management is a male-dominated field. The article suport empowerment and capacity building of women in leadership roles and decision-making positions. Women in management positions have considerable, yet not fully utilized potential, which could help companies to succeed. In the paper, a questionnaire was used to obtain the relevant data on the management style and characteristics of female managers in the Trenčin region, Slovak Republic.

Keywords:

equal opportunity; gender equality; female managerial positions

Publication Date:

Jan. 15, 2017

Source Specificity:

Public Policy Document, None, None, None

Website:

https://www.ceeol.com/search/article-detail?id=620971

Power Domains:

Economic

Methods Tools:

Competence development, Awareness-raising, Benchmarking

Country:

Slovakia

City:

Trenčin

Implementation Scale:

National

Language:

English

Other Links:

https://www.ceeol.com/search/article-detail?id=620971