Occupational Gender Segregation at LSE Vertical Segregation

Introduction

• Members of decision making bodies 71% Male, 29% Female

• Percentage of staff by gender 51% Male, 49% Female

49% 51%

29%

71%

Female

Female

Male

Male

Causes

• Male dominated managerial roles

• Education

• Different spousal responsibilities and roles outside of work'

Social construct of gender

Other causes

Data

• Occupation/pay of partner

• Whether they have children (how many and age)

• Question to men and women "Why are women often underrepresented in senior roles?"

• Indirect Costs

• Promotion rates

Methods

• Survey/questionnaire

• Statistical analysis

• Glass ceiling index

Policy Implications

• Childcare

• Greater job security for maternity leave

• Quota targets

• Review of recruitment/promotion process

• Encouragement of paternity leave

• Understanding ambitions of workforce

• Handover periods