EFFECT OF GLASS CEILING ON WOMEN CAREER ADVANCEMENT

Abstract

During the last decade, the presence of women in the work space is drastically increasing. But only a few of them comes in leadership position. The objective of this paper is to review the studies to understand the concept of glass ceiling which is the by-product of gender bias. The study also investigates the barriers of glass ceiling that effect on the career advancement of women. Exploratory research design is used to study the effect of glass ceiling on the career advancement of women. Data for the study is collected from secondary source through systematic review of literature. The study find that glass ceiling still exist globally. Psychological factors, individual factors, societal factors, organizational factors and governmental factors are the barriers that hinder the career advancement of women employees. The findings of the study help in formulating new policies and programs for the career development of women.