Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Universities and research institutions perpetuate rigid academic hierarchies for a variety of reasons, including tradition, the need for clear lines of authority, and the belief that it is necessary for efficient functioning.However, organizational structure and culture are known to have a huge impact on productivity.Traditional academic hierarchical structures in academic institutions can have negative effects, such as hindering the free flow of ideas, limiting opportunities for junior faculty, and creating a culture of competition rather than collaboration.Here, we discuss the consequences of a rigid hierarchical system on academic research, particularly in the Indian context.
Authors: Pragya Chaube, Moumita Koley
Institution: Indian Institute of Science Bangalore
Language: English
Subfield: Information Systems and Management
Field: Decision Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: gold
OpenAlex ID: W4412454709