MBAs and management careers: different paths for men and women

Abstract

Outlines the discrepancies between men and women in senior management positions. Acknowledges the recent trend of an increase in women in this area but highlights that this is only in selected areas. Considers the place of the MBA in career advancement suggesting that mainly men’s careers benefit from this qualification. Questions whether the structure of the course favours the male gender. Shows that women’s pay is still substantially lower and looks at reasons for this difference.

Citation

Heaton, N., Ackah, C. and McWhinney, G. (2000), "MBAs and management careers: different paths for men and women", Equal Opportunities International, Vol. 19 No. 5, pp. 1-13. https://doi.org/10.1108/02610150010786139