Title
Subtle Gender Bias in the Assessment of Managerial Potential
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
11-1992
Abstract
The effects of gender on evaluations of managerial potential within a corporate assessment center program were investigated. The sample consisted of 375 men and 61 women (94% White, 3% Black, 2.3% Asian, and .7% Hispanic) assessed between 1980 and 1985. Candidates were assessed on their intellectual ability, performance and interpersonal skills, and overall management potential. Women were rated higher than men on the performance-style skills; however, there were no differences in overall management potential ratings or in actual long-term job advancement. The results suggest that subtle gender bias affects evaluations of managerial potential and subsequent promotion decisions.
Recommended Citation
Shore, T. H. "Subtle Gender Bias in the Assessment of Managerial Potential." Sex Roles 27.9-10 (1992): pp. 499-515. Print.