Asked by katrina simmons on Sep 26, 2024
Mary Ann has been with the same software company for 15 years. For the last five years, she has applied for upper management positions on five occasions, but she was never offered an interview. Which phenomenon is Mary Ann likely facing?
A) Race discrimination
B) The gender wage gap
C) The glass ceiling
D) The invisible hurdle
E) Age discrimination
Glass Ceiling
A metaphorical barrier in the workforce that prevents certain groups, particularly minorities and women, from advancing to upper-level positions despite their qualifications.
- Recognize the barriers and challenges faced by women and minorities in the workforce.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the barriers and challenges faced by women and minorities in the workforce.