The Role Of Culture And Gender-Based Differences In The Attitudes Toward Women As Managers

A number of studies have examined the attitudes toward women managers across different nations. The near consensus result is that negative attitude toward women managers persist across the globe. Women in general, regardless... [ view full abstract ]

A number of studies have examined the attitudes toward women managers across different nations. The near consensus result is that negative attitude toward women managers persist across the globe. Women in general, regardless of culture, tend to have more positive attitude toward women managers than their male counterparts. This paper examines these studies with the intent of highlighting the variables that may be better predictors of attitudes toward women as managers in multiple national contexts. There are indications that certain cultural factors and gender-based perceptual differences can be used to predict the level of acceptance that females may encounter in upper managerial ranks.