Women as Strategic Decision Makers: A Reflection on Organizational Barriers

Abstract

Introduces the concept of strategic decision making as a key management role and the lack of women′s involvement in this role as a means for understanding the organizational barriers faced by women in modern times. Studies strongly suggest that the shortage of women managers in strategic decision‐making positions is due to the barriers they face within organizations. Furthermore, that these barriers emerge as a prime factor for limiting their effectiveness. Despite the increasing number of women working in organizations, they still remain a minority or mere “tokens” when it comes to senior or strategic decision‐making positions in most organizations. Describes some of these barriers and suggests the way forward.

Citation

Okanlawon, G. (1994), "Women as Strategic Decision Makers: A Reflection on Organizational Barriers", Women in Management Review, Vol. 9 No. 4, pp. 25-32. https://doi.org/10.1108/09649429410062248