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The Role of Culture in Knowledge Sharing in a Public-Sector Organization in Ghana: Revisiting Hofstede’s Model

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  • Henry Boateng
  • Franklin Gyamfi Agyemang

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The purpose of this study was to ascertain the role of culture in knowledge-sharing drawing on Hofstede’s culture framework. The case study research design was employed as the research design. Semistructured interview guide was used as the data gathering instrument. Data analysis was done using the thematic analysis technique. Under power distance, four themes were identified as being crucial in knowledge sharing in Afiya Kwabre District Assembly. These factors are decision-making involvement, power and status, delegation of responsibilities, and respect and fairness. In addition, three major themes emerged under uncertainty avoidance—broadening knowledge, job security, and group membership.

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  • Henry Boateng & Franklin Gyamfi Agyemang, 2015. "The Role of Culture in Knowledge Sharing in a Public-Sector Organization in Ghana: Revisiting Hofstede’s Model," International Journal of Public Administration, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 38(7), pages 486-495, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:lpadxx:v:38:y:2015:i:7:p:486-495
    DOI: 10.1080/01900692.2014.949743
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