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From a hierarchical organizational culture to a clan culture: the case of the Colegio de Postgraduados, veracruz campus

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Objective: To identify the dominant and desired organizational cultures within the academic community. Design/methodology/approach: The Organizational Culture Assessment Instrument (OCAI) questionnaire was administered to 28 academics using a pragmatic methodology based on systems theory. Results: The findings reveal a predominantly hierarchical culture, although there is a strong aspiration toward a clan-type culture. Limitations and implications of the study: The results suggest that fostering a clan-type organizational culture within hierarchical institutions can enhance commitment, cohesion, and organizational effectiveness, though it requires flexible leadership and well-structured change strategies. Conclusions: It is concluded that a transition toward more collaborative organizational structures could strengthen institutional identity, cohesion, and effectiveness. Further research on organizational resilience and dynamic capabilities is recommended.

Source: Agro Productividad

DOI: 10.32854/h2hn7b79

Authors: Gabriela S. Zárate Canseco, Martha Beatriz Cuellar Lugo, Felipe Gallardo López, Gustavo López Romero

Institution: Colegio de Postgraduados

Language: English

Topic: Organizational Management and Innovation

Subfield: Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4414281312

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