dless of associated factors, gender diversity was found to be greater than racial/ethnic diversity. Further, with respect to both gender diversity and racial/ethnic diversity, functional diversity was found to be higher than hierarchical diversity.
Further research in this topic was recommended. Useful additional research in this topic area includes investigation in each of the independent variables examined in this study to determine how best organizations may develop or may be persuaded to develop the most effective and appropriate diversity strategies.
1. INTRODUCTION ............................ 1
Introduction to the Study ............... 1
Statement of the Problem ................ 8
Purpose of the Study .................... 9
Importance of the Study ................. 9
Scope of the Study ...................... 9
Rationale of the Study .................. 10
Definitions of Terms .................... 11
Overview of the Study ................... 12
2. REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE ................ 13
Introduction ............................ 13
Group Values and Social Identity ........ 13
Formation and Roles of Groups ........... 17
Management of Diversity .......... 19
The "Glass Ceiling" Issue ............... 24
Top Management ........ 33
The Role of Achievement Motivation ...... 37
Management of Diversity ....... 41
Diversity Management ............... 45
Cultural Diversity .................. 49
Review Findings ............ 57
Literature Review Summary ............... 61
3. METHODOLOGY ............................. 62
Introduction ............................ 62
Research Design ......................... 62
Hypotheses .............................. 63
Operationalizing the Variables .......... 65
Population ...