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1. Managing global teams in a knowledge-intensive organization: Middle management’s perspective
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate SchoolAbstract : Managing global teams in today's world has become the norm for many organizations, placing middle managers in an even more important position, especially in a knowledge-intensive context. Although middle management is frequently discussed phenomena nowadays, there is a need for insights to understand middle management sensemaking of everyday activities in managing global teams in a knowledge-intensive context. READ MORE
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2. Working with Mentors in Violence Prevention: The experiences and understandings of professionals
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för socialt arbeteAbstract : The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences and analyse the understanding the professionals’, who work with youth at one of the schools where Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) was implemented, have of their work. Particular emphasis was made on the professionals’ own positioning in relation to the gender theoretical starting points and structural perspective of the MVP-programme. READ MORE
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3. “You get Under Such a Safety Blanket” : the Career Development of Female Football Elite Coaches in Sweden
University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för hälsa och välfärdAbstract : Nowadays, the desire of getting more female coaches involved in Swedish sports in general, and football in particular. The goal is clearly stated by various organizations. Therefore, the aim of this study is to explore the career development of Swedish female elite football coaches. READ MORE
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4. Alignment of Entrepreneurial Competencies and Perceptions: A Study of Contemporary Entrepreneurs in Scandinavia
University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)Abstract : Competencies play a vital role in achieving success in any endeavour. In the context of entrepreneurship, having the right set of competencies is crucial for attaining sustained success throughout the venturing process. READ MORE
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5. “You Know You Work in Tech When the Toilet Seat is Up” : An Investigation of Female Protégés Working in Swedish IT Organizations and How They Use Mentorship to Advance in Their Careers
University essay from Jönköping University/IHH, FöretagsekonomiAbstract : Background and Research Purpose: Women working in male-dominated environments face experiences that are unique. In Sweden the number of women working in the IT field grows, and so should the representation of female managers and female seniors. READ MORE