An investigation of organizational goal setting: what processes do organizations of varying sizes utilize when setting goals?

Skinner, Shane (2018) An investigation of organizational goal setting: what processes do organizations of varying sizes utilize when setting goals? Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

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Abstract

The existing literature on goal setting theory has focused primarily on goal setting at the employee level. Little consideration has been given to goal setting at the organizational level. In this MSc (Management) thesis, I highlighted the existing literature and where I believe gaps exist. From there, I conducted semi-structured interviews with 26 individuals at a variety of organizations. These interviews provided information on the processes organizations of varying sizes utilize when setting goals. By analyzing this data, I was able to uncover that there are a variety of processes utilized to set organizational goals. Going forward, I suggest that more emphasis be placed on goal setting in the context of organizational goals. In so doing, scholars can evolve the theory of goal setting beyond its current focus on the individual level.

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