Clark, a Newly Appointed Human Resource Manager at Gamma Corp

question 84

Multiple Choice

Clark, a newly appointed human resource manager at Gamma Corp., learns that several female managers have complained that the company has a "glass ceiling." Indeed, the top positions are all filled by men, but Clark isn't sure whether the pattern is just a coincidence. He agrees to investigate. Which condition, if it exists, would be evidence of a glass ceiling at Gamma?

• A) Patterns of promotion are the same for women and men at Gamma.
• B) Gamma has a formal process for identifying developmental needs.
• C) Managers making developmental assignments consider whether stereotypes are influencing assignments.
• D) Gamma has no formal mentoring program to ensure that the female managers have mentors.
• E) Gamma is preparing for the retirement of its leaders.

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