| Abstract [eng] |
SUMMARY This Thesis consists of 83 pages , 3 Figures , 19 Tables , 96 References The Aim is to explore the causality associated by management adopting paternalistic leadership approaches, and further extend the focus beyond the current scope of existing research. The variables of knowledge sharing, participative decision- making, paternalistic leadership effect on individual work performance will help companies develop and innovate new ways to engage their employees within their organisations The Structure, the study is separated into four chapters, first chapter of the master thesis is the extensive literature review that comprehensively reveals the depth of prior research, research gaps and fundamental theories and key insights gathered of all 4 variables in this study which are knowledge sharing, participative decision making and individual work performance The second part of the masters is the methodology section. The third chapter is the empirical research and findings. The fourth chapter is the discussion, recommendations for future research and conclusions of the master thesis. Literature Review , the literature exploration was able to highlight the key importance of knowledge sharing (KS) as a management tool that can be utilised in order to increase the efficiency of operational practices, Another key variable explored in the study was participative decision making (PDM); this area was highlighted in the literature as a driving force for the improvement of organisational performance. The literature has revealed significant impacts of fostering a managerial style that uses the unique but effective key attributes of paternalistic leadership style which are both authoritarian and benevolent leadership. Lastly the literature discusses the concept of individual work performance as both task-oriented and possess dimensions that are contextual, this is based on both Koopmans et. all. (2011) Methodological Research, The research model employed in this analysis was formulated through use of the framework coined by Andrew F Hayes model 15.This model describes the conditional effect indirectly of both knowledge sharing environment and individual work performance. Knowledge sharing is an independent variable in this study and the dependent variable is individual work performance. This model also describes the relationship of participative decision-making being a mediating variable. The independent variable and mediator have a key connection that is being moderated by paternalistic leadership. Data collection and Methods, The study examined 201 survey respondents, all data was reviewed and included rigorous statistical analyses and reliability assessments, the research illuminates significant findings. The Cronbach Alpha scores that correspond to each variable scale provide clear validity and reliability of the survey results. This ensures that all data gathered is reliable and consistent. The utilisation of various statistical methods such as normality test, T test, One Way ANOVA test, regression analysis, moderation and mediation analysis all serve to provide a comprehensive data analysis in which all conclusions were formulated. Discussion, recommendations and conclusions The variables in these studies have led to complex conclusions concerning the outcomes of the hypothesis testing which have led to key insights into the relationship between them. Practical recommendations for further research were listed based on the conclusions drawn from the empirical data analysis that can help lead organisations to maximise their employee work performance. This research serves as a significant step in availing a need to broaden the insights into the influences of managerial tools on employee work performance, laying the foundation for future studies to build upon, and ultimately enhancing our comprehension of leadership interactions in the workplace. |
