The difficulties that Indian women encounter in managing their careers in the hospitality sector are examined in this dissertation, with a particular emphasis on five-star hotels. Understanding the obstacles to women's career advancement in this field—such as work-life balance, mentoring opportunities, company culture, and gender stereotypes—is the main goal of the research. In order to get insight into the lived experiences of female professionals in the field, in-depth interviews were carried out using a qualitative research approach. The study examines how critical reflection on one's experiences, both personal and professional. Important discoveries show that women confront numerous obstacles, such as the glass ceiling effect, preconceived notions about leadership based on gender, and societal norms that impede their advancement. The study also emphasizes how flexible work schedules and ineffective mentoring programs further impede women's professional advancement. Despite these challenges, the study highlights how crucial it is to foster gender equality through deliberate organizational reforms and to establish supportive work environments. The report offers suggestions at the end for creating more welcoming workplaces where women may flourish in leadership positions in the hospitality sector.
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Acharekar, Nikita
Rights Holders: Acharekar, Nikita Supervisors: Matthews, Suze
Oxford Brookes Business SchoolDepartment of Business and Management
MSc Human Resource Management
2024
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