A THEORETICAL MODEL LINKING GENDER EQUALITY AND MANAGEMENT EFFICIENCY
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19890601Keywords:
gender equality, management efficiency, organizational performance, leadership diversity, human capital theory, transformational leadershipAbstract
Gender equality in organizational management has evolved from a social justice concern into a strategic imperative
for improving overall management efficiency. This article examines the theoretical frameworks underpinning the
relationship between gender-balanced leadership and organizational performance. Drawing on human capital theory,
social identity theory, team diversity models, and transformational leadership frameworks, the article synthesizes existing
theoretical arguments to establish a conceptual model linking gender equality policies to enhanced managerial decision-
making, innovation capacity, and organizational resilience.
The paper argues that gender diversity in management teams fosters cognitive diversity, reduces groupthink, expands the
talent pool, and aligns organizational culture with contemporary societal values. Furthermore, institutional and stakeholder
theories illuminate how gender-equitable practices strengthen legitimacy, attract investment, and enhance employee
engagement.
The article concludes by proposing a multidimensional theoretical model and identifying directions for future empirical
research.
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