A feminist analysis of micro research on gender in organizations
Subtitle: suggestions for advancing the field
By: Robin J. Ely, Irene Padavic
Contributors: Padavic, Irene; Harvard Business School. Division of Research
Series: Working paper / Division of Research, Harvard Business School -- 05-040; Working paper (Harvard Business School. Division of Research) -- 05-040
Publisher: Division of Research, Harvard Business School
Published: 2004
Place of publication: Boston
Language: eng
Number of pages: 46
Description: Based on a survey of empirical research on gender in organizations published over a 20-year period, this paper argues that cumulatively, studies of sex difference tend to neglect organizational features. Drawing on concepts from feminist theory, we outline how greater attention to the links among gender, identity, and power in organizations would enrich the field. We conclude with examples of research that has retained a focus on the individual while incorporating analysis of the impact of organizational factors.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.