Journal of Management and Business Solutions 3092-7226 4 Serial Number 17 2026 01 01 Organizational Strategies for Promoting Women to Key Managerial Positions in Public Organizations: Overcoming Glass Barriers Through a Succession Planning Approach Organizational Strategies for Promoting Women to Key Managerial Positions in Public Organizations: Overcoming Glass Barriers Through a Succession Planning Approach 1 10 10.61838/jmbs.157 EN Journal Article 2025 09 10 <p class="Abstract" style="line-height: 150%;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-size: 8.0pt; line-height: 150%;">The present study was conducted with the aim of developing organizational strategies for promoting women to managerial positions in public organizations by overcoming glass barriers through a succession planning approach. Given the exploratory nature of the research topic, the study adopted a qualitative methodology and employed thematic analysis. Research data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 12 academic experts, senior managers, and women employed in the public sector. Sampling was carried out using purposive sampling combined with the snowball technique, and data analysis was performed through open, axial, and selective coding procedures. Ultimately, 73 basic themes were identified and categorized into 16 organizing themes and 5 overarching themes. These themes included empowerment and skill development, supportive organizational culture, talent identification, women’s professional innovation, and women’s career advancement. The findings indicate that the implementation of succession planning programs grounded in these themes can facilitate the overcoming of glass barriers and enhance women’s participation in managerial levels.</span></p> https://www.journalmbs.com/index.php/jmbs/article/download/157/129