Advancing Gender Diversity in Senior Management during Covid-19 Pandemic Times – Economic Reflections, Challenges, and Policy Implications

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Mohammed Samroodh, Vivek Deshwal, Mohammed Ashraf Ali

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Breaking through the traditional challenges of glass ceilings, ‘think manager – think male’ stereotype and accompanying effects of turbulent pandemic times, women have made remarkable strides in securing significant representation in key managerial roles including C- suites.  Year 2021 has seen more women managing directors and CEOs than ever before. On this awake, we present an overview of global and Indian reflections on the representation of women in senior management. This paper offers a comprehensive examination of global and Indian perspectives on gender diversity in senior management through the lens of pluralism. We analyze the barriers women face, including gender bias and stereotyping, and discuss the pandemic’s impact on their professional journeys. Using secondary data from reputable reports and a review of seminal literature, we highlight the trends and statistics of women's leadership roles. Despite the progress made, significant obstacles remain. The secondary data support from authentic reports and review of related seminal literature forms the basis for the analysis and arguments. The findings of the study acknowledge the advancements women made in their representation in senior management. However, gender bias and stereotyping still exist as a significant threat to women’s leadership aspirations. The findings emphasize the importance of advancing gender diversity and pluralism in senior management to foster a more inclusive and equitable workplace culture.

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Mohammed Samroodh, Vivek Deshwal, Mohammed Ashraf Ali. (2024). Advancing Gender Diversity in Senior Management during Covid-19 Pandemic Times – Economic Reflections, Challenges, and Policy Implications. European Economic Letters (EEL), 14(4), 929–941. https://doi.org/10.52783/eel.v14i4.2218
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