Investigating Gender Equality in Banks Operating In Chittagong, Bangladesh

This paper investigates the gender gap in the banking sector in Chittagong, Bangladesh, by focusing on the disparities in the salary distribution, promotional frequency, workplace opportunities, and work-life balance. Despite the increasing participation of women in the financial sectors, the res...

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Autor principal: Sadiba, Raiyana Arju
Format: Thesis
Idioma:anglès
Publicat: AUW 2025
Accés en línia:https://repository.auw.edu.bd/handle/123456789/341
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description This paper investigates the gender gap in the banking sector in Chittagong, Bangladesh, by focusing on the disparities in the salary distribution, promotional frequency, workplace opportunities, and work-life balance. Despite the increasing participation of women in the financial sectors, the results reveal that patriarchal beliefs continue to limit the career advancement of women. A sample size of 153 employees from different public and private banks participated in a structured survey that collected data, which was then analyzed using univariate, bivariate, and regression analysis. The results highlight notable differences, including women reporting facing gender bias, more difficulties juggling work and household responsibilities, and fewer prospects for advancement in their workplace. According to the results found in this study, women experience stress at work and unequal career paths as a result of patriarchal norms influencing their workplace progression. The study ends with recommendations for legislative measures to address the gender gap in the industry, such as mentorship programs, inclusive advancement standards, and fair job sharing.
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spelling 123456789-3412026-02-18T06:09:49Z Investigating Gender Equality in Banks Operating In Chittagong, Bangladesh Sadiba, Raiyana Arju This paper investigates the gender gap in the banking sector in Chittagong, Bangladesh, by focusing on the disparities in the salary distribution, promotional frequency, workplace opportunities, and work-life balance. Despite the increasing participation of women in the financial sectors, the results reveal that patriarchal beliefs continue to limit the career advancement of women. A sample size of 153 employees from different public and private banks participated in a structured survey that collected data, which was then analyzed using univariate, bivariate, and regression analysis. The results highlight notable differences, including women reporting facing gender bias, more difficulties juggling work and household responsibilities, and fewer prospects for advancement in their workplace. According to the results found in this study, women experience stress at work and unequal career paths as a result of patriarchal norms influencing their workplace progression. The study ends with recommendations for legislative measures to address the gender gap in the industry, such as mentorship programs, inclusive advancement standards, and fair job sharing. 2025-05-19T10:08:16Z 2025-05-19T10:08:16Z 2025-04 Thesis https://repository.auw.edu.bd/handle/123456789/341 en application/pdf AUW
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