Evaluation of the State of Gender Equity in India’s Hospitality Industry

One noticeable trend in the hospitality industry in India which deserves further study is gender equity, given the apparent preference for men in senior positions and women for more junior positions (Chaudhary & Gupta, 2010). Common prejudices in the industry include women not being able to cope with the pressure of long hours, night shifts, nor are able to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Further obstacles to women leadership advancement across several industries include developmental discrepancies and cultural discouragement (Patwardhan, Mayya, & Joshi, 2016).

No recent research has been conducted on the antecedents of gender inequity in leadership roles for women in the hospitality sector in India, hence this study. This study has been sponsored by Women’s Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (WICCI), Hospitality & Tourism Council and the Indian School of Hospitality, India.