| Title | Towards a Learning Organization: Case Study of King Saud University |
|---|---|
| ID_Doc | 76814 |
| Authors | Elshafie, EM |
| Title | Towards a Learning Organization: Case Study of King Saud University |
| Year | 2016 |
| Published | |
| Abstract | Purpose -Changing into A Knowledge -based countries and, being able to apply an adaptive learning strategy has become imperative for the university survival. This study target at exploring the college of business school, CBA at King Saud University, using, the Dimensions of Learning Organization Questionnaire (DLOQ) model. The research will help in studying and examining some important issues to develop KSU into a learning university. Design/methodology/approach - A case study triangulation method has been undertaken, interviews, documents, and a survey. The Dimensions of Learning Organization Questionnaire (DLOQ) was distributed to a faculty member and the management as well in the CBA followed by semi-structured interviews with the Directorate. Data analysis has been focused on the identification of the main dimensions of LO in the case. Findings - The findings show that Learning Organization ( LO) as a concept and characteristics recently were the focal points of interest for all departments in the CBA. Also, the managerial practices and the implementation are a success to a great extent. The results showed an impressive existence of most of the learning dimensions, out of the seven dimensions, five dimensions incredibly found and likely lead to becoming an LO while two dimensions had a limited existence and unlikely result in a learning organization. Based on the result of this research we argued that the Colledge of Business Administration at KSU, had a clear vision to become a learning organization. And the study presented a model of what KSU could be as a learning University. Originality/value -This study is an attempt to build on and add to the current body of knowledge in the field of a Learning Organization by investigating and illustrating the most important dimensions that might have an impact on the LO as a valuable strategic tool for gaining a sustainable competitive advantage. Furthermore, the study will use these different factors to change Saudi Arabia toward a knowledge - based economy to cope with the 2030 vision, via creating a new learning university. |
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