An Enquiry into Dynamics Influencing Successful Women in Managerial Leadership Positions in Manufacturing Organizations: A Competency Development Model to Account for Challenges in Achieving Workplace Accession.

De Silva, R.M Anoma (2024) An Enquiry into Dynamics Influencing Successful Women in Managerial Leadership Positions in Manufacturing Organizations: A Competency Development Model to Account for Challenges in Achieving Workplace Accession. Doctoral thesis, University of Wales Trinity Saint David.

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Abstract

The inclusion of women in managerial leadership positions in the manufacturing industry has great potential to stimulate growth and enhance competitiveness in the face of global difficulties. Manufacturing plays a crucial role in numerous economies, employing a significant section of the labor force and making a major contribution to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Harnessing the skills and viewpoints of women in positions of power is crucial for long-term success and adaptability in response to changing market conditions. Despite the growing emphasis on developing women for managerial and higher leadership positions, there is a significant lack of female participation in these jobs. This scarcity frequently arises from a perceived deficiency in women's preparedness to advance in the hierarchy of leadership, in contrast to their male colleagues. Organizations today are primarily focused on obtaining the appropriate personnel for critical positions. This problem is exacerbated when confronted with limited alternatives, resulting in decisions that prioritize the recruitment and advancement of males over females. Nevertheless, there is an increasing acknowledgment of the significance of achieving gender parity inside enterprises, particularly in traditionally male-dominated sectors such as heavy manufacturing. Attaining gender balance is not just an issue of fairness, but it is also essential for the efficiency and creativity of a company. This study examines the factors that influence the achievement of women in managerial leadership positions in the manufacturing industry. As a result, this research examines the competences necessary for women to succeed in managing positions by doing a thorough analysis of industry-specific characteristics and identifying hurdles that need to be overcome. Utilizing the quantitative methodology, such as surveys and case studies, this study investigates the complex terrain of dynamics such as work-life balance, motivation, career progression and economic advancement that impact on the leadership accession of women in managerial leadership roles. Moreover, this study presents a specialized competency development model designed to tackle the obstacles encountered by women in manufacturing organizations in Sri Lanka. The concept incorporates approaches to improve skills, mentorship programs, support systems inside organizations, and activities to promote leadership cultures that are inclusive of all genders. This study enhances gender diversity and empowers women in managerial roles in the manufacturing sector of Sri Lanka. It provides practical solutions based on empirical evidence, promoting inclusive and sustainable organizational growth. The statistical analysis was conducted utilizing the SPSS 26 program. The analysis employed descriptive statistics, regression analysis, individual T test, and the Hayes Process Macro in SPSS. The SmartPLS software was employed to examine common criteria for assessing outcomes, including reflective and formative measurement models, the structural model, and the goodness of fit. The analysis focuses on examining a theoretical framework in terms of its predictive ability, even when the structural model is intricate and encompasses numerous components, indicators, and model linkages. The study emphasizes the significance of its findings, demonstrating the critical impact that variables like motivation, work-life balance, career development, and economic empowerment have in enabling women to rise to management leadership roles inside manufacturing sector businesses. It also clarifies how top-level leadership support acts as a mediating factor, strengthening the connection between these crucial factors and women's performance in managing positions. A competency development model is also suggested by the study in an effort to remove the obstacles that prevent women from advancing in the workforce. This approach seeks to empower firms to create an atmosphere that supports women's advancement into leadership roles and professional development in the manufacturing industry by providing practical tactics and insights.

Item Type:	Thesis (Doctoral)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Leadership Styles, Leadership Theories, Strategy, Management, Women Management Styles, Change Management, Motivation
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > HD28 Management. Industrial Management H Social Sciences > HQ The family. Marriage. Woman
Divisions:	Theses and Dissertations > Doctoral Theses
Depositing User:	Victoria Hankinson
Date Deposited:	21 Mar 2025 11:44
Last Modified:	21 Mar 2025 11:44
URI:	https://repository.uwtsd.ac.uk/id/eprint/3658

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