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Work-Life Balance Issues And Mentoring Strategies For Women In The Contract Management Profession, Miriam Almestica
Work-Life Balance Issues And Mentoring Strategies For Women In The Contract Management Profession, Miriam Almestica
Theses and Dissertations
The primary focus of this study was to investigate through qualitative methodology the work-life balance issues faced by women in contract management and the mentoring strategies they use. Factors that contributed to the attainment of a leadership position in the profession were also explored. In-depth interviews were conducted with 26 female professionals in the field of contract management who were employed in major private, public, and non-profit organizations. The participants varied as to their leadership role in the organizations, educational background, race, age, faith, and family life. Several factors emerged that were important in the lives of the women that …
An Examination Of An Intervention Program: The Sister Circle, Bobbi Mcdaniel
An Examination Of An Intervention Program: The Sister Circle, Bobbi Mcdaniel
Theses and Dissertations
This study examined the effects of an intervention program: The Sister Circle. The program was designed to address the specific needs of at-risk African American Female Adolescents (AAFA's) in a poor, urban high school. The study examined 2 years of field notes, school documents, interviews of student participants, staff and administrators at the high school. The program saw a 92% retention rate in participants and a 90% reduction in discipline referrals. Results of the study gleaned 4 factors as significant: 1. the presence of a caring adult, 2. a sisterhood to connect to 3. respect to give and to receive, …
Predicting Success For Nontraditional Students In An Afternoon And Evening/Weekend Associate Degree In Nursing Program, Hernani Luison Ledesma
Predicting Success For Nontraditional Students In An Afternoon And Evening/Weekend Associate Degree In Nursing Program, Hernani Luison Ledesma
Theses and Dissertations
Mount St. Mary's College has offered a nontraditional Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program since 1992. The program has an afternoon and evening/weekend format. There has been one previous research study published in 2005 that described the student population that Mount St. Mary's College serves. This present study will examine the student population since 2005 because of changes in admission requirements, the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) - Registered Nurse (RN) passing standard, and the persistent nursing shortage. The purpose of this research study is to predict success for nontraditional adult learners in an Afternoon and Evening/Weekend Associate Degree of …
Values-Based Leadership Of Senior Leaders In Finance, The Military, And Entrepreneurial Organizations, Betty Rengifo Uribe
Values-Based Leadership Of Senior Leaders In Finance, The Military, And Entrepreneurial Organizations, Betty Rengifo Uribe
Theses and Dissertations
This mixed methods study gained understanding of the values and leadership characteristics of CEOs and executives in finance, entrepreneurial organizations, and military generals. While Ledbetter (2005) provided the theoretical framework, this study builds on her work and explores how executives' values and leadership styles shape corporate culture and create results. A sample of 13 leaders participated in 1-hour interviews, the Rokeach Values Survey, and the Clifton StrengthsFinder instrument. Using purposeful sampling, the subjects were selected for being values-based leaders, defined as leaders whose actions are congruent with their espoused values of integrity, focusing on the good of the whole, and …
The Emotional Intelligence Of General Counsels In Relation To Lawyer Leadership, Donna L. Wanser
The Emotional Intelligence Of General Counsels In Relation To Lawyer Leadership, Donna L. Wanser
Theses and Dissertations
Few studies have examined lawyer leaders. However, previous research has indicated that effective leaders tend to score high in emotional intelligence. This study investigated the emotional intelligence of general counsels and their beliefs about leadership of millennial lawyers. Emotional intelligence was assessed using the Emotional Quotient Inventory (EQ-i; Bar-On & Handley, 2003). Participants' total mean EQ-i score was nearly identical to that of a normative sample (Bar-On, 2004a) but the current sample scored significantly higher in positive impression, assertiveness, independence, and stress tolerance. In the current sample, males scored significantly higher than females in independence, empathy, adaptability, reality-testing, and flexibility. …
Educational Practices To Support Homeless Students, Maribel Galan
Educational Practices To Support Homeless Students, Maribel Galan
Theses and Dissertations
This study intends to determine to what extent, if at all, the practices used in one urban school district in Southern California servicing high populations of socioeconomically disadvantaged students have on the academic achievement of students who are considered homeless under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. A quantitative analysis of the academic performance of homeless students in both English Language Arts and Mathematics on the California Standards Test was used. In addition, a survey was used to capture the perceptions of existing practices in schools. Interviews were conducted to gain the perceptions of site principals and district administrators to learn …
Incentives For Part-Time Faculty To Participate In The Shared Governance Process Within The Institution Of California Community Colleges (Ccc), Kristen J. Huyck
Incentives For Part-Time Faculty To Participate In The Shared Governance Process Within The Institution Of California Community Colleges (Ccc), Kristen J. Huyck
Theses and Dissertations
The involvement of part-time faculty tends to be even lower than the engagement level of full-time faculty who partake in the system of shared governance in the California Community Colleges (CCC). During a time when state funds are diminishing, there is a projection of retirement for many community college leaders (Fulton-Calkins & Milling, 2005), combined with a projected increase in the use of part-time faculty (Feldman & Turnley, 2004), the CCC system cannot afford to marginalize or discourage part-time faculty from serving in shared governance positions (Berret, 2007; Feldman & Turnley, 2004; Shinn, 2004). A void exists in the academic …
A Model To Increase Employability Of Traumatic Brain Injury Patients At The West Los Angeles Veteran Affairs Administration, Colleen M. Babineau
A Model To Increase Employability Of Traumatic Brain Injury Patients At The West Los Angeles Veteran Affairs Administration, Colleen M. Babineau
Theses and Dissertations
This study assessed the impact of traumatic brain injury (TBI) upon specific behavioral and psychosocial factors related to employability. This descriptive study was a retrospective chart review of the records of TBI patients, returning military service members, between 2003 and 2010. Some long term residual effects for TBI patients with blast or non-blast head injuries include cognitive deficits, memory problems, chronic pain, post-traumatic stress disorder, all of which impact recovery and function. The 4 research questions relate to (a) global assessment of functioning, (b) employment challenges, (c) the impact of blast versus non blast TBI upon global assessment of functioning …
Minorities In Leadership And Financial Performance Of Their Fortune 500 Companies, Damineh Mycroft
Minorities In Leadership And Financial Performance Of Their Fortune 500 Companies, Damineh Mycroft
Theses and Dissertations
While the minority population of the U.S. is on the rise, minority leaders of Fortune 500 companies, especially in the CEO position, remain underrepresented. Notably, in 2010, fewer than 4% of Fortune 500 CEO positions were filled by minorities. The research on the relationship between diversity in leadership and organizational performance has yielded equivocal findings. To further our understanding of the impact of minorities in leadership ranks, this study was conducted to (a) determine whether there is a relationship between minority leadership and financial performance of the firm; and (b) identify commonalities among career strategies of minority CEOs. Such research …
A Study Of Burnout Among Faculty At Fullerton College, Tanzil Khan
A Study Of Burnout Among Faculty At Fullerton College, Tanzil Khan
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this study was to analyze the extent of burnout among full-time faculty at Fullerton College. This study reviewed research on burnout at the community college level and gives insight into burnout's major contributors to. It provides suggestions for intervention to reduce the phenomenon of faculty burnout and recommendations for future research. The Maslach Burnout Inventory-Educators Survey (MBI-ES) was used to measure burnout focusing on the 3 burnout subscales of depersonalization, exhaustion, and personal accomplishment. Variables were analyzed using descriptive statistics, ANOVA, and t-test. Data were gathered through a demographic survey and the MBI-ES to answer the following …
Public Leadership: A Study Of The Leadership Practices Of Elected Public Officials In Guam And The Commonwealth Of The Northern Mariana Islands, Florie Nadine Manglona Mendiola
Public Leadership: A Study Of The Leadership Practices Of Elected Public Officials In Guam And The Commonwealth Of The Northern Mariana Islands, Florie Nadine Manglona Mendiola
Theses and Dissertations
Elected public officials hold one of the highest levels of leadership. They are voted into office with the belief that they embody the ideals of a good leader and are charged with the all-encompassing task of making crucial decisions that affect all sectors of society and its constituents. There is pressure to produce results, maintain credibility in their performance, and build trust with constituents. It is essential that an assessment tool be used to help leaders gain perspective and understanding in determining the effectiveness of their leadership practices. The opportunities to self-evaluate allow leaders to continuously refine their craft to …
An Exploration Of Transformational Learning In Adults As A Result Of Adventure Travel Experiences, Michael Bennett
An Exploration Of Transformational Learning In Adults As A Result Of Adventure Travel Experiences, Michael Bennett
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this exploratory qualitative research study was to identify the elements of adventure travel experiences that contribute to the process of transformational learning in adults. A qualitative research design was employed for this study. The sources of data were twelve pre-existing and de-identified interview transcriptions. A textual analysis was performed on the data, using an a priori approach to coding and analysis. An analysis of the data identified seven key themes that were critical for transformational learning in adults: (a) A Call to Adventure; (b) Being Open to Experience; (c) Entering a Zone Unknown; (d) Extra-Ordinary & Challenging …
Leadership And Management In Second Generation Medium-Size Family Businesses: A Comparative Study, Gonzalo Gonzalez-Serna
Leadership And Management In Second Generation Medium-Size Family Businesses: A Comparative Study, Gonzalo Gonzalez-Serna
Theses and Dissertations
A research study was conducted among 10 second generation owners of medium-size family businesses in Mexico to gain a better understanding of how their firms were founded and of how these business owners have succeeded in growing their companies and keeping their business alive for more than 40 years. Literature from leadership, management, and family business was reviewed to analyze the existing research on the topic. The literature review revealed that many authors have addressed similar issues, but from different perspectives. This study presents the experiences of a group of second generation business owners in great detail, focusing on their …
Career Advancement, Career Enhancement, And Personal Growth Of Pepperdine University's Educational Leadership Academy Graduate Program Alumni, Ruth I. Nichols
Career Advancement, Career Enhancement, And Personal Growth Of Pepperdine University's Educational Leadership Academy Graduate Program Alumni, Ruth I. Nichols
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this phenomenological study was two-fold: (a) to explore and describe the perceived impact of Pepperdine University's Educational Leadership Academy (ELA) on 2003-2006 ELA graduates' career advancement, career enhancement, and personal growth; and (b) to obtain ELA graduates' suggestions for ELA program improvement to better prepare graduates for career advancement, career enhancement, and personal growth. This study used a qualitative phenomenological methodology design for data collection and analysis. Audio-recorded semi-structured telephone interviews were conducted with 30 individuals who graduated from the ELA program from 2003-2006. Ten key interview questions were asked to examine the career advancement, career enhancement, …
A Phenomenological Study Of Selected California Small Business Founders' Motivational Paradigms, Jennifer M. Darling
A Phenomenological Study Of Selected California Small Business Founders' Motivational Paradigms, Jennifer M. Darling
Theses and Dissertations
Organizational vision has become an increasingly important tool in many professions. A founder's vision may permeate an organization's culture and have a lasting impact on how the organization is later run. Organizational vision is a tool that helps leaders create alignment within their organizations and provides flexibility for adaptation to the ever-changing marketplace. In order to facilitate this alignment, leaders often use various motivational techniques. Ideally, the motivational technique the leader selects best motivates his or her employees to act in alignment with the vision. How effective the founder is in selecting the most appropriate motivational technique may be contingent …
The Path To Graduation: A Model Interactive Web Site Design Supporting Doctoral Students, Nicole Simmons-Johnson
The Path To Graduation: A Model Interactive Web Site Design Supporting Doctoral Students, Nicole Simmons-Johnson
Theses and Dissertations
This 2-phase mixed method study assessed 2nd-year doctoral students' and dissertation students' perceptions of the current Graduate School of Education dissertation support Web site, with implications for designing a model dissertation support Web site. Methods. Phase 1 collected quantitative and qualitative data through an anonymous electronic survey. Phase 2 consisted of 6 semistructured qualitative Skype interviews. Four themes emerged from the qualitative portion of the study: (a) Mentoring, (b) Student Support Groups, (c) Explicit functions and roles of Dissertation Chairpersons, and (d) the Opportunity to network and interact with dissertation students face-to-face or online. Results. Of the respondents, 42.3% found …
A Mixed Methods Study Of Culturally Proficient Practices In An Elementary School, Pamela S. Simone
A Mixed Methods Study Of Culturally Proficient Practices In An Elementary School, Pamela S. Simone
Theses and Dissertations
The problem addressed in this study was that leaders at an urban elementary school had not examined the implementation of culturally proficient practices, nor the challenges, barriers, or support needed for implementation. The purpose of the study was to inform instructional and leadership practices involving culturally proficient instruction. This was a mixed methods study with 24 teachers involving the examination of responses to 3 data collection instruments as well as document analysis of school policy, vision, mission, leadership team structures, and the teacher handbook. Three questions were answered through the study: (a) What culturally proficient instructional practices, if any, do …
A Needs-Assessment For The Development Of Out-Of-School Time Program For A Middle School, Samir Elmoghrabi
A Needs-Assessment For The Development Of Out-Of-School Time Program For A Middle School, Samir Elmoghrabi
Theses and Dissertations
Communities that fall in the category of middle to low class economics are in critical need for Out-of-School Time (OST) programs to supervise students while parents are working; however, these numerous communities do not qualify for OST government funding. The purpose of this study is a needs-assessment for a middle school that does not qualify for government funding. Of 974 parents, 325 participated in a comprehensive survey. Eleven school personnel--including top administrators, teachers, and staff--and 6 community members including the city mayor, director of an OST program, president of school board of education, a business leader, and 2 library administrators …
Leadership Effects On Organizational Culture In A Performance-Based Business Environment, Richard A. Gomez
Leadership Effects On Organizational Culture In A Performance-Based Business Environment, Richard A. Gomez
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This study reveals the leadership attributes utilized by successful private aerospace industry executives. These attributes have been proven necessary to transform organizational culture in a performance-based business environment, resulting in positive outcomes of a collaborative performance-based culture. The study utilized a qualitative case study method to identify effective leadership attributes for delivering outstanding performance characteristics recognized by the DoD and aerospace industry. Multiple forms of data collection include results of a Leadership Practices Inventory® assessment and formal interviews of 5 senior leaders from three major aerospace companies. These leaders were chosen because of their involvement with premier life cycle sustainment …
A Correlation Study Of Emotional Intelligence And Behavioral Style Of Bio-Pharmaceutical Industry District Sales Managers, Greg Megowan
A Correlation Study Of Emotional Intelligence And Behavioral Style Of Bio-Pharmaceutical Industry District Sales Managers, Greg Megowan
Theses and Dissertations
This study explored to what extent, if at all, there was a relationship between District Sales Managers' (DMs) emotional intelligence (EQ) and their behavioral style, at Phyogen, Inc. Research demonstrated that leaders with higher levels of emotional intelligence are rated as more effective leaders (Kerr, Garvin, Heaton, & Boyle, 2005; Rosete & Ciarrochi, 2005). The literature also shows that EQ can in fact be learned and developed (Bradberry & Greaves, 2003; Cooper, 1997; Dulewicz & Higgs, 2000; Dulewicz & Higgs, 2004; Goleman, 1998; Groves, McEnrue, & Shen, 2006). In addition, emotional intelligence has been found to have a direct association …
Uplift: An Examination Of Six African American Female Educational Leaders During The Reconstruction, Segregation And Equal Opportunity Eras, Wanda Johnson Clemmons
Uplift: An Examination Of Six African American Female Educational Leaders During The Reconstruction, Segregation And Equal Opportunity Eras, Wanda Johnson Clemmons
Theses and Dissertations
Due to the history of slavery and its systemic effects on the education of African Americans, African American female educators heeded a clarion call to uplift their race. Their passion, devotion, and resilience in the face of insurmountable obstacles were heroic. This study will examine the leadership of 6 selected African American female educators during the Reconstruction, Segregation, and Equal Opportunity Eras from 1866 through 2010: Fanny Jackson Coppin, Dr. Anna Julia Cooper, Nannie Helen Burroughs, Charlotte Hawkins Brown, Dr. Mary Montel Bacon and Joan Faqir. Three areas of their life were examined: (a) their influences and motivations to move …