Cultural factors that influence leadership abilities of African-American women in higher education

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A Thesis Submitted to the University of Phoenix

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Sophia Majors

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Doctor/PHD

November 2012

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In the following proposed study, we will analyze and examine the various influences and factors which support and help the African American women in gaining senior administration positions in higher education. Second, it additionally sought to understand the significance of mentors in the lives of African American women in senior leadership positions in higher education. Finally, it examined the intersections of race and gender and how it shaped the career paths of African American women in senior leadership positions in higher education (Ballard, 2003). The study will help the researchers in examining and analyzing why it is difficult for the African American women entrepreneurs to secure business ...