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ERIC Number: ED657545
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2024
Pages: 160
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: 979-8-3828-3663-8
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The Experiences of Women in Diversity Management Programs: A Qualitative Descriptive Narrative Study
Brandy Logan
ProQuest LLC, Ed.D. Dissertation, Northcentral University
The central aim of this research was to contribute to understanding diversity management (DM) training programs in practice. The problem addressed in the study was women completing DM programs continue to experience workplace bias after leadership placement. This qualitative descriptive case study aimed to explore strategies to overcome workplace bias experienced by women participating in DM programs. The two research questions in this study were how do women in business leadership perceive and describe bias before and after participation in DM programs, and what strategies do women in business leadership perceive can be used to overcome bias in their workplaces? This study sought to explore methods for mitigating such bias among women participating in DM programs. Drawing upon social identity theory, the research adopted a qualitative descriptive design involving nine cisgender women holding leadership positions across various career fields. Data collection methods included interviews, journals, and artifacts, with analysis conducted using thematic analysis approach and NVivo software. A comprehensive analysis of the data revealed six themes: two themes for RQ1 were preconceived notions about women in the workplace and gender partiality. The first theme had one subtheme, gender-specific roles. The four themes for RQ2 were epilogue, mentors facilitating opportunity, ambitious behavior, and pay it forward. Furthermore, the study deliberates on the implications for policy, practice, and culture within organizations, offering valuable insights to improve organizational dynamics and empower women in professional environments. Four recommendations for future research surfaced; investigating the impact of organizational policies on gender equality, assessing the effectiveness of mentorship and support programs, examining the influence of leadership styles on gender equality, and investigating the long-term impact of follow-up support programs. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]
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Publication Type: Dissertations/Theses - Doctoral Dissertations
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Language: English
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