Effects of transformational and transactional leadership styles on project performance in Myanmar : the mediating role of team climate | |
| Author | Phyo Wai Lin |
| Call Number | AIT Thesis no.CM-24-08 |
| Subject(s) | Leadership--Burma--Psychological aspects Teams in the workplace--Burma Employee motivation--Burma |
| Note | A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Engineering in Construction, Engineering and Infrastructure Management |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Abstract | This thesis examines the relationship between transformational and transactional leadership styles and project performance in Myanmar's construction industry, with a specific focus on the mediating role of team climate. The construction sector in Myanmar plays a crucial role in the economy, yet projects often face challenges such as cost overruns, delays, and safety issues. Effective leadership has been identified as a key factor in addressing these challenges and improving project outcomes. Through a structured survey of project managers in Yangon, Myanmar, this research analyzes the impact of leadership styles on project performance metrics such as project success, client satisfaction, and safety performance. The findings reveal that transformational leadership, particularly the dimensions of idealized influence and inspirational motivation, has a strong positive correlation with project success and team climate. In contrast, transactional leadership, while important, has a less significant direct impact on project performance but can enhance team climate through contingent reward mechanisms. The study further highlights that a positive team climate, characterized by clear objectives, open communication, and cooperation, mediates the relationship between leadership styles and project outcomes. Teams with a strong climate are more likely to achieve better project performance, particularly in terms of safety compliance and client satisfaction. The research concludes with recommendations for improving leadership practices in Myanmar’s construction industry to foster better project performance, including combining transformational and transactional elements to motivate teams and create a collaborative work environment. These findings provide valuable insights for project managers aiming to enhance both leadership effectiveness and project outcomes. |
| Year | 2024 |
| Type | Thesis |
| School | School of Engineering and Technology |
| Department | Department of Civil and Infrastucture Engineering (DCIE) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Construction Engineering and Infrastructure Management (CM) |
| Chairperson(s) | Santoso, Djoen San; |
| Examination Committee(s) | Sarawut Ninsawat;Pal, Indrajit; |
| Scholarship Donor(s) | AIT Scholarship; |
| Degree | Thesis (M. Eng.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 2024 |