Bakker, L. C. (2023) Matching for Diversity: Examining the Effects of Physical and Non-Physical Similarity Factors on Mentorship Program Evaluation. Master thesis, Psychology.
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Abstract
This study examines the relationship between perceived similarity, the type of diversity promoted in mentorship programs, and evaluations of mentorship programs. It investigates the moderating effect of promoting physical and non-physical diversity on the relationship between perceived similarity and evaluations of the mentorship program. The study aims to fill the gap in understanding the role of perceived similarity in common mentorship outcomes (i.e., intention to engage with the mentorship program, expected effectiveness of the mentorship program, expected mentor quality of the mentorship program, and expected psychological safety within the mentorship program). It hypothesizes a positive relationship between perceived similarity and these outcomes, with non-physical diversity expected to yield more positive results compared to physical diversity. The study also hypothesizes that the type of diversity acts as a moderator, strengthening the relationship between perceived similarity and the evaluations when non-physical diversity is promoted. Using a vignette survey design, randomly assigned participants (n=107) evaluated mentorship program descriptions promoting either physical or non-physical diversity. However, the study did not find support for the hypothesized positive relationship between perceived similarity and program evaluations, nor the moderating effect of promoted diversity on this relationship. These findings challenge the assumption of a universally positive impact of perceived similarity on mentorship evaluations, highlighting the importance of contextual factors and relationship dynamics. Limitations include a small sample size, self-report measures, and scale reliability issues. This study contributes to the literature by highlighting the complexity of mentorship outcomes and the need for further research to develop comprehensive frameworks.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Master) |
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| Supervisor name: | Graso, M. |
| Degree programme: | Psychology |
| Differentiation route: | Work, Organizational and Personnel Psychology (WOP) [Master Psychology] |
| Date Deposited: | 28 Jul 2023 12:52 |
| Last Modified: | 28 Jul 2023 12:52 |
| URI: | http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/2669 |
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