Document Type
Dissertation
Degree
Doctor of Business Administration
Major
Business Administration
Date of Defense
4-21-2025
Graduate Advisor
Dr. Joseph Rottman, D.Sc.
Committee
Dr. Joseph Rottman, D.Sc. - Chairperson
Dr. Shaji Kahn, PhD
Dr. Dinesh Mirchandani, PhD
Abstract
This paper explores the impact of executive coaching on Information Technology (IT) leaders. Many organizations across different industries lack strong leadership, as exposed by COVID-19. Companies aim to keep exceptional leaders and establish upbeat workplaces to achieve success. Although previous research has examined leadership effectiveness, it is still unclear how best to manage employees' perceptions of effective leadership. The goal of this research is to provide new insights into what can improve perceptions of leadership effectiveness. I explored the role executive leadership coaching has on managers working in the Information Technology (IT) field. Current literature often mentions the need for management and leadership training. However, training has not seemed to consistently resolve the underlying leadership challenges. The insights gained from this research will serve as a practical approach organizations can leverage for what success looks like for executive coaching.
Recommended Citation
Rivers, Tonya S., "Unleashing Excellence: Strengthening IT Leaders Through Executive Coaching" (2025). Dissertations. 1498.
https://irl.umsl.edu/dissertation/1498
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