Factors Affecting Strategy Implementation In The Public Sector:A Case Study On Ministry Of Urban Development And Construction

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2020-01

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A.A.U

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The general purpose of this study was to identify the significant factors that affect strategy implementation in the public sector, Ministry of Urban Development and Construction. The research design was a descriptive survey. The study adopted a stratified random sampling technique to select the sample size. Primary and secondary data‟s were used to conclude the study. Leadership quality, that is lack of proper educational background and work experience, poor managerial skills are unable to analysis cases, problem solving, and decision making are the most factors affecting ministry strategy implementation. The ministry too much hierarchy which delays decision making, didn‟taligned with the strategy and also lacks flexibility. Shortage of competent human & technology, and inefficient utilization of budget which is a hindrance to its strategy implementation. The communication in the ministry was found inadequate, untimely and one way which didn‟t allow participation of staffs and stakeholders during strategy implementation. Further the ministry had less culture of tolerating new ideas and innovativeness. The study recommended that the ministry should enhance leadership capabilities, employees qualified human resource and avail the required tools and technologies which can foster the implementation of strategy. Besides, develop effective communication system to communicate the strategy adequately, on time and embracing all stakeholders and staffs. It is further recommended that the `ministry should encourage better ways of undertaking and innovation which can facilitate the implementation of its strategy in an improved manner.

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Thesis Submitted To Addis Ababa University College Of Business And Economics In Partial Fulfillment Of The Requirements For The Degree Of Master Science In Management

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Public sector, Strategy implementation

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