In this paper, we analyze the gender issues that are present in the accounting profession, and more precisely, on the career paths one could follow in the accounting profession and what the underlying reasons are for each option. Our conclusions show that some of the factors that influence women...

That social capital matters is an established fact in the social sciences. How different forms of social capital affect gender disadvantages in career advancement is less clear, however. Qualitative research suggests that women face disadvantages in project-based labor markets where recruitment...

Male-dominated businesses defined and demystified -- The emotional element : use it but don't abuse it -- Act like a lady : the reward of respect -- Fitting in : how to gain acceptance without becoming one of the boys -- Talk the talk : learn how to communicate with a man -- Men are people too :...