In 2023, about 22.1 percent of managers in South Korea were women, a slight increase from about 21.8 percent in the previous year. Overall, the share of female managers in South Korea has risen steadily since 2008.
Share of female managers in South Korea from 2008 to 2023
Figures include government-affiliated organizations and government-invested institutions, as well as:
In 2008, included businesses employing 500 or more workers.
In 2013, included all public institutions.
In 2018, included local public corporations with 300 or more employees.
In 2019, included all local public corporations, plus companies subject to disclosure with 300 or more employees.
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KWDI. (January 10, 2024). Share of female managers in South Korea from 2008 to 2023 [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 21, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1027830/south-korea-female-manager-share/
KWDI. "Share of female managers in South Korea from 2008 to 2023." Chart. January 10, 2024. Statista. Accessed December 21, 2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1027830/south-korea-female-manager-share/
KWDI. (2024). Share of female managers in South Korea from 2008 to 2023. Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: December 21, 2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1027830/south-korea-female-manager-share/
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