Challenges encountering the participation of women in senior administrative status at higher education
In recent decades, the number of women participating in higher education has dramatically increased. Women have been participating mainly as the students, faculty members, and support staff for higher educational institutions. Research shows that, the number of women is not fairly proportioned in th...
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| Language: | English |
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2014
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| Online Access: | http://eprints.utm.my/id/eprint/61289/1/MahaniBteMokhtar2014_ChallengesEncounteringtheParticipationofWomen.pdf http://eprints.utm.my/id/eprint/61289/ |
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| Summary: | In recent decades, the number of women participating in higher education has dramatically increased. Women have been participating mainly as the students, faculty members, and support staff for higher educational institutions. Research shows that, the number of women is not fairly proportioned in the top administrative positions. In addition, women who have aspiration for top administrativepositions encounter numerous challenges. On the other hand, the potentiality of this type of human resource is staying futile in High-rankingpositions of higher education. Over and above, the paper explores the probable external and internal factors by reviewing relevant studies, which can facilitate women?s career development. By considering the factors, the university developers and managers can equip to make strategic decisions in order to promote participation of women in senior administrative positions. |
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