Differential Factors Influencing the Hierarchical Level and Number of Promotions of Males and Females Within an Organization

An attempt was made to discover whether (other things being equal) significant differences exist in hierarchical level and number of promotions for males and females. Also addressed was the extent to which education, age, tenure, and perceived importance of formal and informal organizational systems...

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Published in:Academy of Management journal 1982-09, Vol.25 (3), p.586-597
Main Authors: Stewart, Lea P, Gudykunst, William B
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Career advancement
Employee promotions
Men
Mobility
Organizational behavior
Regression analysis
Women
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Summary:An attempt was made to discover whether (other things being equal) significant differences exist in hierarchical level and number of promotions for males and females. Also addressed was the extent to which education, age, tenure, and perceived importance of formal and informal organizational systems predict hierarchical level and number of promotions for males and females. The analysis revealed that males had higher job grades than females, although females enjoyed a greater number of promotions. This result emphasizes the need for a separate theory of career development for men and women. Clearly, perceptions of the importance of the formal and informal systems in the promotion process in organizations are different for men and women. Length of tenure continues to be the best predictor of number of promotions for both sexes.
ISSN:0001-4273
1948-0989
DOI:10.5465/256082