Construct

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Construct: Power Distance


  • Description
  • Indicators

Note 1: Following are presented the definitions found for the construct in the used references, together with the theory/model.
Note 2: The same construct can be present in more than one theory/model.
Note 3: If the construct was not proposed in the original theory/model, it is identified as "Additional to theory/model".


Definition: Degree to which large differentials of power and Inequality are accepted as normal by the individual.

Theory/model: Additional to TAM
Reference: (Srite & Karahanna, 2006)


Note 1: This list contains all the indicators (measuring variables) as defined by the authors when proposing/using/applying a theory/model in a context. It also includes the scales used to measure the variables.
Note 2: Some of the indicators are context-dependent.
Note 3: The same construct can be present in more than one theory/model.


IndicatorScaleContextTheory/ModelReference(s)
Managers should make most decisions without consulting subordinatesNot SpecifiedComputer and PDATAM(Srite & Karahanna, 2006)
Managers should not ask subordinates for advice, because they might appear less powerful.Not SpecifiedComputer and PDATAM(Srite & Karahanna, 2006)
Decision making power should stay with top management in the organization and not be delegated to lower level employees.Not SpecifiedComputer and PDATAM(Srite & Karahanna, 2006)
Employees should not question their manager's decisions.Not SpecifiedComputer and PDATAM(Srite & Karahanna, 2006)
A manager should perform work which is difficult and important and delegate tasks which are repetitive and mundane to subordinates.Not SpecifiedComputer and PDATAM(Srite & Karahanna, 2006)
Higher level managers should receive more benefits and privileges than lower level managers and professional staff.Not SpecifiedComputer and PDATAM(Srite & Karahanna, 2006)
Managers should be careful not to ask the opinions of subordinates too frequently, otherwise the manager might appear to be weak and incompetent.Not SpecifiedComputer and PDATAM(Srite & Karahanna, 2006)