The article aimed at evaluating both genders, that is male and female in context of the leadership requirements of the contemporary global corporate world. The article aimed at understanding which of the two genders fulfill the contemporary requirements of global leadership in a more effective way.The key point of discussion remained whether men or women are more likely to be chooses at a leadership position in a medium sized global US firm.
Hess, K.P., & Bandyopadhyay, J. (2010). Future Global Leadership and Gender Issues: an Exploration. Competition Forum, 8(2), 183+. Retrieved March 2, 2012, from Questia database: http://www.questia.com/PM.qst?a=o&d=5045686821
Scholarly article -- Competition -- Literature review -- Hypothesis test
Aim / purpose of article
The article aimed at evaluating both genders, that is male and female in context of the leadership requirements of the contemporary global corporate world. The article aimed at understanding which of the two genders fulfil the contemporary requirements of global leadership in a more effective way.
Focus of content / key debates.
The key point of discussion remained whether men or women are more likely to be chooses at a leadership position in a medium sized global U.S. firm.
Conclusions
The article concluded that while presumed gender stereotypes have resulted in gender inequality in the global corporate world, thus creating hindrances in smooth and unbiased progression of the weaker gender, the future possibilities for women to attain high level positions in organizations looks promising.
Significance of article in relation to: other articles / topic / prior research
The research was carried out using undergraduate students and fresh graduates from various colleges, universities and business schools. What gives this an edge is the fact that these students are not part of the existing working population but are a potential workforce for the future.
Limitations of Article
A very limited sample population confined to only some geographical regions. Student population from any mainstream business schools were not taken.
Strengths of Article
A thorough comparative analysis using secondary date, literature review, context of previous researches and a new primary research. Sample population also included members from one institution outside the United States.
Weaknesses of Article
The author failed to take a clear line as to what degree and in what areas are women likely to succeed in a leadership position.
Title and Reference of article
Kaenzig, R., Anderson, S., Hyatt, E., & Griffin, L. (2006). Gender Differences in Students' Perceptions of Group Learning Experiences. Academy of Educational Leadership Journal, 10(1), 119+. Retrieved March 2, 2012, from Questia database: http://www.questia.com/PM.qst?a=o&d=5034942655
Type of Article
Scholarly article -- Literature review -- Primary Research -- Educational Behaviours.
Aim / purpose of article
To evaluate how gender composition of groups effect the learning capacities in each of the two genders in an educational setting. Also to evaluate how each of the two genders respond to becoming a part on gender wise dynamic learning groups.
Focus of content / key debates.
The key focus on debates was that whether mixed gender composition of learning groups effect the learning tendencies of either of the two genders. In what ways do each of the two genders respond to the group composition. What effects and to what extent are there on the learning tendencies and behavioural patterns of each of the two genders.
Conclusions
The article concluded that while male gender is more comfortable with working in gender diverse teams, women seem to be more reluctant and their productivity and efficiency may decline.
Significance of article in relation to: other articles / topic / prior research
The article in contrast to others focused on how each gender responds in a team setting. This can be applied in an organizational setting to understand how group compositions of training and apprenticeship programs will be effecting the learning tendencies of the member male and females.
Limitations of Article
The research only undertook sample population of traditional ages who were all from business schools. It cannot be concretely stated whether the same results are true for other age groups and for other majors and disciplines.
Strengths of Article
The article maintained a concrete, simplistic and single directional approach to focus specifically on effects of group composition on learning tendencies in different gender.
Weaknesses of Article
The research was too simplistic and focused on only one type of age group, in one region and from one academic discipline.
Title and Reference of article
Winter, J.K., Neal, J.C., & Waner, K.K. (2001). How Male, Female and Mixed-Gender Groups Regard Interaction and Leadership Differences in the Business Communication Course. Business Communication Quarterly, 64(3), 43. Retrieved March 2, 2012, from Questia database: http://www.questia.com/PM.qst?a=o&d=5000879803
Type of Article
Scholarly article- Literature review -- Primary research -- Communication.
Aim / purpose of article
To evaluate how different gender groups view interaction and leadership in a Business Communication course.
Focus of content / key debates.
To evaluate how each group member perceive other mebers in terms of leadership, interpersonal skills, competitiveness, workload sharing etc.
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