Essays about: "male-dominated"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 139 essays containing the word male-dominated.

  1. 16. “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, Företagsekonomi

    Author : Sofia Lindström; Malin Bartoschek; [2023]
    Keywords : Mentor; Protégé; Females; Male-Dominated Industry; Career advancement; IT;

    Abstract : 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

  3. 17. 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    Keywords : Gender; Swedish film industry; male dominance; equality; gendered organizations; female rivalry; outdated gender stereotyping; coping strategies; freelancing;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

  4. 18. 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

  5. 19. Making it personal : Interrupting the status quo of game pedagogy

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för informationsteknologi

    Author : Mio Jernström; [2023]
    Keywords : Personal game making; DIY; game pedagogy; self-expression;

    Abstract : Previous research into personal game making has found that few creators have any desire to join the game industry or monetize their works. Instead, they view their making as a form of playful self-expression where they can explore the boundaries of games. READ MORE

  6. 20. The Female Organization? : A Qualitative Survey Study on Female-Dominated Organizations

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Pauline Strand; Gabriella Ståhl; [2022]
    Keywords : Female-dominated organizations; Gendered organizational culture; Queen bee syndrome;

    Abstract : Previous research confirms that gender affects organizations and the overall organizational culture. Organizations are heavily gendered and, in most cases, to the disadvantage of women. READ MORE