Blog Archive MBA News Catalyst Report Shows a Lack of Female MBAs in Tech

Blog Archive MBA News Catalyst Report Shows a Lack of Female MBAs in Tech A thought-provoking report published recently by Catalyst (titled “High Potentials in Tech-Intensive Industries: The Gender Divide in Business Roles” and summarized in an article on the Catalyst Web site) reveals an evident shortage of women in the technology industry. The reportâ€"which was based on survey responses from 5,916 male and female MBA graduates working in various professional fieldsâ€"indicated that only 18% of the female respondents reported having taken a business role in technology after obtaining their MBA (compared with 24% of the men). Of that 18%, over one-half later opted to leave technology for positions in other professional fields. The reason? Most women who took the survey (73%) cited feeling like an outsider in the male-dominated science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) workplaces. Catalyst is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to the expansion of opportunities for women in business. According to Catalyst President and CEO Deborah Gillis, “STEM companies face a serious talent drain as women take their skills elsewhere, but these organizations also have a remarkable opportunity to turn things around by focusing on how they can make all their talentâ€"men and women alikeâ€"feel equally valued.” Share ThisTweet News