Presenting the Framework of Leadership Development in Melli Bank: Multi Grounded Theory Approach

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

1 Ph.D. Candidate, Department of Business Management, Aras International Campus, University of Tehran, Aras, Iran.

2 Associate Prof, Faculty of Management, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.

3 Assistant Prof, Faculty of Management, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.

4 Ph.D. in Operations Management, Kish International Campus, University of Tehran, Kish, Iran

10.22034/jhrs.2024.189978

Abstract

Background & Purpose: The leadership development (LD) is one of the main issues in organizations, and without having the necessary skills and trying to strengthen them in the long term, one cannot expect to progress and achieve goals. In pioneering organizations, LD is considered as an enabling and important capacity. Thus, the aim of this research is to present the LD framework in Melli Bank.
Methodology: This research is practical and qualitative. In this research, the collected data are analyzed using multi grounded theory approach. Research participants include 20 experts and senior managers of Melli Bank, and university professors who were selected through theoretical sampling method.
Findings: The main phenomenon of LD has two categories: individual LD (human capital) and collective LD (social capital). Also, factors affecting the LD include external and internal organizational factors as well as individual and collective strategies. The context of LD includes political, social, economic, environmental factors, instability and risk, and management systems. LD enablers include the categories of macro-policy, management development, coordination and coherence, provision of resources and management of service operations. The functions of LD include individual, organizational, and extra-organizational growth.
Conclusion: Leadership development is considered as a multidimensional process that requires a person's knowledge and the environment, development of communication skills, and effective interactions with group members. The development of collective leadership is the main result of this research and it means strengthening and expanding the skills, characteristics, and strengths related to a team.

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Journal of Human Resource Management
Volume 13, Issue 4
December 2023
Pages 71-102

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  • Receive Date: 29 September 2023
  • Revise Date: 02 November 2023
  • Accept Date: 29 November 2023

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