Abstract:
The purpose of this study is to find out the factors that affect women participation in management
positions in the case of Commercial Bank of Ethiopia. Even though the number of both female
and male employees of the bank rises over time the participation of women in management
positions is very low comparing to their number. In order to come up with a suitable affirmative
action and to enhance women involvement in higher positions the bank need to identify the factors
that affect women participation in management positions. The study had employed both
quantitative and qualitative research approach. The researcher used descriptive and explanatory
research designs in order to describe the characteristics of the variables and to study a
relationship between dependent and independent variables. 152 employees were elected.
Purposive sampling technique was employed in admitting the questionnaires. In addition 10
women who have managerial experience was purposive selected to study the factors. Validity and
reliability tests were conducted to check consistency and dependability of the instrument and all
included factors proven to be reliable. The Pearson correlation test conducted between the factor
and women participation showed that there is a significant relationship. Data analysis results
through regression a 77% of combination of the seven factors which affect the participation of
women in management positions. Also the regression result confirmed that the combination of all
factors considered under the study were significant. Therefore, by understanding this factors that
holds back women the bank has to boost the participation of women in management positions in
Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, the management of the bank should implement affirmative actions,
preparing training and development, awareness creation programs, and strong network of women
should be designed through which they can share experiences.
