Essays about: "Women leaders"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 110 essays containing the words Women leaders.

  1. 11. The lived experience of female leaders navigating a profession they love : A perspective of gender equality in the male-dominated film industry in Sweden

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för Urbana Studier (US)

    Author : Lowisa Johmår; [2023]
    Keywords : Gender; Swedish film industry; male dominance; equality; gendered organizations; female rivalry; outdated gender stereotyping; coping strategies; freelancing;

    Abstract : This study examines through an equality lens, the lived experiences of nine female leaders in the male-dominated film industry in Sweden. The aim was to explore how women perceived equality in their workplace, their perception of the issue, and the coping strategies used by these women. READ MORE

  2. 12. A Qualitative Study Exploring the Role of Formal Networks on the Career Advancement of Female Leaders : Insights from the Technology Sector

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Sanna Johansson; Sofia Wictorin; [2023]
    Keywords : Networks; women-only networks; formal networks; female career advancement;

    Abstract : The underrepresentation of female executives is a well studied phenomenon, despite this awareness, the Swedish labor market continues to be characterized by segregation on its hierarchical positions, where females who aspire for executive roles, do not reach the same career advancement as males. When trying to find answers to female underrepresentation in executive roles, evidence points to a shortage of networks that are deemed appropriate for such career advancement. READ MORE

  3. 13. Women, Protest and Democracy:Analysing the Role of Women in Nonviolent Resistance Movements and Democratisation

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för freds- och konfliktforskning

    Author : Maud Kuijpers; [2022]
    Keywords : Nonviolent resistance; women’s participation; democratisation; egalitarian democracy;

    Abstract : This study aims to shed light on the gendered dynamics of nonviolent resistance and democratisation. Illuminating the role that women can play in the democratisation processes can help underline the importance of women's empowerment. READ MORE

  4. 14. Female Leadership; Navigating the Organizational Context

    University essay from Jönköping University/IHH, Företagsekonomi

    Author : Therese Axelsson; Aqvelina Jacobsson; Nike Lagerlöf; [2022]
    Keywords : Female leadership; Transformational leadership; Leaky pipeline; Leadership labrinth; Navigation strategies.;

    Abstract : Background: Today, women and men do not share leadership positions equally within the organizational context. In turn, leadership, particularly transformational leadership, which is mainly used by female leaders, is essential for organizations. READ MORE

  5. 15. Female Leaders During Crisis : A study about the impact of female board directors on firms’ financial performance during the COVID-19 pandemic

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Lisa Willhans; Linnea Kossmann Lindström; [2022]
    Keywords : Leadership; Gender Diversity; Women; Board of Directors; Crisis Management; Crisis; COVID-19; Critical Mass Theory; Financial Performance;

    Abstract : This study aims to investigate how the proportion of female leaders on corporate boards affects firm financial performance during crises. The study investigates Swedish mid-cap and large- cap companies during COVID-19. READ MORE