Subject category:
Human Resource Management / Organisational Behaviour
Published by:
IBS Center for Management Research
Length: 16 pages
Data source: Published sources
Topics:
Workforce diversity; Innovative training; Women Leadership Development program; Visible Career Progression Model; Mentoring; Virtual workshops; Career objective; Career advancement; Career enhancement; Career planning; Career paths; Job satisfaction; Flexible working; Work-life balance; Glass ceiling
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Abstract
This case study is about the initiatives taken by Ireland-based global consulting company Accenture Plc for its women employees. The case highlight's how the firm went out of its way to further the cause of its women employees while maintaining a high performance level. Industry observers were of the opinion that Accenture's emphasis on an inclusive environment had helped it achieve high performance levels. The firm saw a rapid increase in the number of women employees, given its various measures to attract, retain, and grow this section in its workforce. Studies carried out by the firm had revealed that women employees were willing to work hard on developing their skill sets in order to achieve their career objectives. However, women faced a large number of issues that called for measures on various front's.
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Abstract
This case study is about the initiatives taken by Ireland-based global consulting company Accenture Plc for its women employees. The case highlight's how the firm went out of its way to further the cause of its women employees while maintaining a high performance level. Industry observers were of the opinion that Accenture's emphasis on an inclusive environment had helped it achieve high performance levels. The firm saw a rapid increase in the number of women employees, given its various measures to attract, retain, and grow this section in its workforce. Studies carried out by the firm had revealed that women employees were willing to work hard on developing their skill sets in order to achieve their career objectives. However, women faced a large number of issues that called for measures on various front's.