Gender diversity on corporate boards: importance of female traits/characteristics as perceived by university students

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Výsledek na webu

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DOI - Digital Object Identifier

<a href="http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/CCIJ-09-2023-0128" target="_blank" >10.1108/CCIJ-09-2023-0128</a>

Jazyk výsledku

angličtina

Název v původním jazyce

Gender diversity on corporate boards: importance of female traits/characteristics as perceived by university students

Popis výsledku v původním jazyce

PurposeThis study aims to contribute to the literature on board gender diversity by soliciting university students&apos; views on several perceptions raised by academics concerning the suitability of women to serve on corporate boards. In particular, if the opinions of male students differ from those of female students, this showing any gender bias.Design/methodology/approachThe study is part of a much more comprehensive investigation into board gender diversity. It adopts a questionnaire approach, with this paper focussing on twelve research statements. Two hundred and ninety-six university students completed the questionnaires at a public university in the Czech Republic during March-April 2023. A pilot questionnaire was conducted in February 2023, resulting in minor changes being made. The data is analysed using SPSS and MedCalc (R) statistical software.FindingsWhilst, in some respects, it supports the literature in relation to the observations highlighted in the research statements concerning female traits/characteristics, there is unmistakable evidence of gender bias in the respondents&apos; opinions regarding the qualities women can bring to corporate boards. Overall, this research shows a negative bias by male respondents towards the positive attributes females can bring to the boardroom. This bias may influence the selection of female directors in the future. This research suggests that the apparent discrimination against women is not just because they are female but from a perceived mismatch between inferred female characteristics and male stereotype leadership requirements. There is, however, no gender bias with respect to students&apos; leadership aspirations.Practical implicationsThe findings of this research should help with policy-making decisions concerning the selection of future corporate board directors and help break down any negative gender selection bias. The paper adds to the discussion and debate about ethical issues related to business and broader society concerning gender diversity in senior management roles. It also adds to the political debate on the issue of legislative gender initiatives.Originality/valueThe research respondents&apos; perceptions may well influence the decision-making process for the selection of future corporate directors. Whilst these current perceptions may, and invariably will, change over time, it is important to identify them at an early stage in the respondents&apos; careers. This research gives a better understanding of the perceived qualities that women bring to corporate boards from an inexperienced perspective.

Název v anglickém jazyce

Gender diversity on corporate boards: importance of female traits/characteristics as perceived by university students

Popis výsledku anglicky

PurposeThis study aims to contribute to the literature on board gender diversity by soliciting university students&apos; views on several perceptions raised by academics concerning the suitability of women to serve on corporate boards. In particular, if the opinions of male students differ from those of female students, this showing any gender bias.Design/methodology/approachThe study is part of a much more comprehensive investigation into board gender diversity. It adopts a questionnaire approach, with this paper focussing on twelve research statements. Two hundred and ninety-six university students completed the questionnaires at a public university in the Czech Republic during March-April 2023. A pilot questionnaire was conducted in February 2023, resulting in minor changes being made. The data is analysed using SPSS and MedCalc (R) statistical software.FindingsWhilst, in some respects, it supports the literature in relation to the observations highlighted in the research statements concerning female traits/characteristics, there is unmistakable evidence of gender bias in the respondents&apos; opinions regarding the qualities women can bring to corporate boards. Overall, this research shows a negative bias by male respondents towards the positive attributes females can bring to the boardroom. This bias may influence the selection of female directors in the future. This research suggests that the apparent discrimination against women is not just because they are female but from a perceived mismatch between inferred female characteristics and male stereotype leadership requirements. There is, however, no gender bias with respect to students&apos; leadership aspirations.Practical implicationsThe findings of this research should help with policy-making decisions concerning the selection of future corporate board directors and help break down any negative gender selection bias. The paper adds to the discussion and debate about ethical issues related to business and broader society concerning gender diversity in senior management roles. It also adds to the political debate on the issue of legislative gender initiatives.Originality/valueThe research respondents&apos; perceptions may well influence the decision-making process for the selection of future corporate directors. Whilst these current perceptions may, and invariably will, change over time, it is important to identify them at an early stage in the respondents&apos; careers. This research gives a better understanding of the perceived qualities that women bring to corporate boards from an inexperienced perspective.

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J_imp - Článek v periodiku v databázi Web of Science

CEP obor

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OECD FORD obor

50204 - Business and management

Projekt

—

Návaznosti

S - Specificky vyzkum na vysokych skolach

Rok uplatnění

2024

Kód důvěrnosti údajů

S - Úplné a pravdivé údaje o projektu nepodléhají ochraně podle zvláštních právních předpisů

Název periodika

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS

ISSN

1356-3289

e-ISSN

1758-6046

Svazek periodika

29

Číslo periodika v rámci svazku

2

Stát vydavatele periodika

GB - Spojené království Velké Británie a Severního Irska

Počet stran výsledku

18

Strana od-do

152-169

Kód UT WoS článku

001133242000001

EID výsledku v databázi Scopus

2-s2.0-85181227821