Women in Indian Information Technology (IT) sector: a Sociological Analysis

Bhattacharyya, Asmita

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“…Several studies have revealed that inflexible working hours and work life practices are one of the barriers in the career progression of women (Bhattacharyya, 2012; Institute for Public Policy and Research, 2014). The Institute for Public Policy and Research, (2014), argued that flexible working hours can overcome barriers that are preventing women from entering the workforce.…”

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“…The Institute for Public Policy and Research, (2014), argued that flexible working hours can overcome barriers that are preventing women from entering the workforce. Another study by Bhattacharyya, (2012) revealed that the majority of IT firms require adherence to 60 working hours per week. This study proposed that the key to attract more female talent in IT sector is through flexible work practices (Bhattacharyya, 2012).…”

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“…Another study by Bhattacharyya, (2012) revealed that the majority of IT firms require adherence to 60 working hours per week. This study proposed that the key to attract more female talent in IT sector is through flexible work practices (Bhattacharyya, 2012). However, a study by Kalysh et al, (2016) found that work-life practices had a direct effect on the proportion of women in the IT sector.…”

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A Study on the Gender Digital Divide: Overcoming the Under-Representation of South African Women in the IT Sector

Nesaratnam

Mamba²,

Singh³

2019

BMS

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In South Africa, women are grossly underrepresented in the Information Technology (IT) sector result of gender stereotyping and discrimination. According to the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) Report (2017), only 21% of executives in the IT sector are women. This has caused high unemployment of women IT graduates. The purpose of this study therefore is to explore and investigate the antecedents that influence and impact the phenomenon of the gender digital divide in South Africa. The study explores new antecedents of the digital gender divide that influences motivation of women to participate in the IT sector. This study used a qualitative approach through in-depth interviews of South African women in the IT sector. The rich volume of data collected was analysed via a thematic analysis. The analysis confirmed existing antecedents gleaned from literature and also uncovered three new dimensions, namely, networking, impartial mentorship and HR as motivators for women in the IT sector. The findings of the study also provides for a better understanding on the barriers that perpetuate the unequal gender gap problem especially in managerial and leadership roles.

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A Study on the Gender Digital Divide: Overcoming the Under-Representation of South African Women in the IT Sector

Nesaratnam

Mamba²,

Singh³

2019

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“…In 2017, India had the highest index, ranking very high on financial attractiveness and people and skills availability, followed by China, Malaysia, Indonesia, Brazil, Vietnam and the Philippines. The growth of that sector seems to have encouraged women in India to pursue professional and technical education, in general, and English medium education, in particular (Jensen 2012;Bhattacharyya and Ghosh 2012). Egypt comes at number thirteen in the A.T. Kearney index, gaining 2 spots over the previous year.…”

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Women Economic Empowerment Study

Zeitoun¹

2018

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This work is a product of the staff of The World Bank with external contributions. The findings, interpretations, and conclusions expressed in this work do not necessarily reflect the views of The World Bank, its Board of Executive Directors, or the governments they represent. The World Bank does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this work. The boundaries, colors, denominations, and other information shown on any map in this work do not imply any judgment on the part of The World Bank concerning the legal status of any territory or the endorsement or acceptance of such boundaries.

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“…NASSCOM reported that although 25% of IT workforces are women, only 3% are in senior management positions . Study by NASSCOM-IIMA (2008), Agarwal (2003) and Bhattacharyya and Ghosh (2012) highlight prevalence of glass ceiling.…”

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Women and access to ICT: A case study of India

Agarwal¹,

Malhotra²

2016

Afr. J. Bus. Manage.

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Women account for a sizeable number of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) workforce in India. This paper makes an attempt to find out women's status in emerging areas of IT in India. This paper firstly tries to find out factors affecting women's access to ICT education in India. It also tries to find out factors affecting participation in ICT employment. The paper addresses issues regarding IT education availability for all women. Policy recommendations are given regarding women participation in IT sector.

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Women in Indian Information Technology (IT) sector: a Sociological Analysis

Cited by 17 publications

References 7 publications

A Study on the Gender Digital Divide: Overcoming the Under-Representation of South African Women in the IT Sector

A Study on the Gender Digital Divide: Overcoming the Under-Representation of South African Women in the IT Sector

Women Economic Empowerment Study

Women and access to ICT: A case study of India

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