China’s business landscape is undergoing rapid and unpredictable changes due to interconnected forces, including shifts in economic development, evolving consumer confidence and dynamic geopolitical situations. In the midst of these challenges and uncertainties, effective leadership is more important than ever. However, despite the established correlation between gender diversity in leadership and improved corporate performance, women remain significantly underrepresented, holding only 19% of executive positions — a figure that has stagnated over the past three years.
To further understand the status of women in the workplace, Spencer Stuart and Bain & Company conducted their third consecutive study on women leadership in China, addressing key questions including:
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How has the representation of women in executive positions changed over the years?
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What new challenges are women leaders facing?
- What steps can women — and their companies — take to succeed?
This report analyzes the current landscape and explores the critical role of women leadership in driving business success in China. It delves into the systemic barriers contributing to the gender gap and proposes actions for organizations and individuals to foster a results-oriented and equitable business environment — one that unlocks the long-term potential of women leaders.
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