Susan R. Madsen

Although some progress has been made in recent decades in getting women into top positions in government, business and education, there are on-going, persisting challenges with efforts to improve the opportunities for women in leadership. The Handbook of Research on Gender and Leadership comprises the latest research from the world’s foremost scholars on women and leadership, exposing problems and offering both theoretical and practical solutions on how to best strengthen the impact of women around the world.

Handbook of Research on Gender and Leadership

Karen A. Longman

"Women and Leadership in Higher Education" links theory, research, and practice of women's leadership in U.S. higher education. It presents demographic realities, models for leadership development, and women's experiences, concluding with insights from college presidents. It emphasizes the need for more women in senior leadership roles.

Women and Leadership in Higher Education

Women and Leadership Around the World

Faith Wambura Ngunjiri

"Women as Global Leaders" explores women's leadership in global contexts, covering theory, empirical studies, and leadership development programs. It profiles influential women leaders like Indira Nooyi, Sheryl Sandberg, and Malala Yousafzai, highlighting their roles and contributions in corporate, non-profit, and political arenas.

Women as Global Leaders

Based on years of research, this book provides an analysis of the data gathered from extensive interviews with university presidents. Each of these women offers candid information about their lifelong journey to becoming a leader. They reveal their childhood and adolescent experiences including facts about their personality, schooling, activities, leadership positions, employment, influential individuals, significant events, opportunities, awards, recognitions, college plans, and goals. The discussion about the leaders’ college years provides insight into what influenced their leadership development, decisions, and perspectives.

Susan R. Madsen

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