Analyzing the Barriers and Enablers for Women Reaching Top Executive Positions in the Pharmaceutical Sector

NCT06599268 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: 17/24/D
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 275
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

Research into the barriers and enablers for women's advancement in the pharmaceutical sector highlights several key factors. On the one hand, systemic issues such as gender bias, the glass ceiling, and the lack of adequate mentorship prevent many women from reaching executive roles. These barriers are often compounded by societal expectations, family responsibilities, and the rigid structures of work environments that disproportionately affect women. On the other hand, enabling factors like strong mentorship, diversity policies, leadership development programs, and workplace flexibility have proven to help women overcome these challenges and climb the corporate ladder. Companies that actively promote inclusive cultures and provide opportunities for women to develop leadership skills have seen greater success in gender diversity at the executive level. Understanding the dynamics of women's leadership in pharmaceuticals is particularly relevant in regions like Lebanon, where cultural and social norms heavily influence gender roles. Although women in Lebanon are increasingly pursuing careers in healthcare and pharmaceuticals, few reach executive positions due to a combination of cultural expectations and structural limitations within companies. Analyzing the barriers and enablers for women's leadership in this context is crucial, as Lebanon's healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors play a vital role in the country's economy and well-being. Including women in leadership roles could enhance decision-making, foster innovation, and lead to more balanced workplace environments. Moreover, in a country with a history of political instability and economic challenges, addressing gender disparity in leadership becomes not just a matter of equality but one of economic necessity. Women bring diverse perspectives and leadership styles that can help companies navigate complex markets, drive performance, and foster sustainability. In the Lebanese pharmaceutical sector, where the demand for skilled professionals and innovative leadership is high, unlocking the potential of women in executive roles can lead to more resilient and adaptable organizations.

Conditions

Perception, Self

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Correlation between the score of the schemes, as mentioned earlier, and the participants general characteristics.

  The likert scale per scheme will be transformed into a score and associated with the participants characteristics

  through study completion, an average of 3 months

Study Arms (1)

Pharmacists

Pharmacists/Pharmacy Students working in pharmaceutical companies or communities among others

Behavioral: Survey using a questionnaire.

Interventions

Survey using a questionnaire. BEHAVIORAL

Questionnaire to assess the barriers and enablers for women reaching top executive positions in pharmaceutical companies and pharmacies The following sections will be considered: * General Characteristics of the Participants * Work-related characteristics * Barriers faced by women to reach top executive positions (Likert scale) * Enablers for women to reach top executive positions (Likert scale) * Conception of women in the pharmaceutical sector (Likert scale)

Pharmacists

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

Pharmacists/Pharmacy Students working in pharmaceutical companies

You may qualify if:

• Pharmacists/Pharmacy Students
• Working in companies/Community pharmacies

You may not qualify if:

• Non-Lebanese
• Those unemployed or Free-lancer
• Those working for companies outside Lebanon

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Lebanese University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Lebanese University

Beirut, 0000, Lebanon

Location

Study Officials

• Georges Hatem

  Lebanese University

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: ECOLOGIC OR COMMUNITY
• Time Perspective: CROSS SECTIONAL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Associate Researcher

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: September 11, 2024
• First Posted: September 19, 2024
• Study Start: July 15, 2024
• Primary Completion: November 15, 2024
• Study Completion: December 30, 2024
• Last Updated: March 4, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-03

Locations

LE (1)