Differences in U.S. Department of War Contractors’ Leadership Styles and Employees’ Job Satisfaction and Innovation |
Researcher
E. M. Flowers
Dallas Baptist University
3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211
max@dbu.edu
Research Project Title
Differences in U.S. Department of War Contractors’ Leadership Styles and Employees’ Job Satisfaction and Innovation
Purpose of the Study
You are being asked to participate in a research study conducted by E. M. Flowers from Dallas Baptist University because you have self-identified as employed by a Department of War contractor in one of the following disciplines: electrical engineer, electro-optical engineer, mechanical engineer, or engineering manager. The purpose of the study is to better understand how contractors’ leadership styles affect employee job satisfaction and innovation. This study will contribute to the researcher’s completion of a directed research study under the supervision of Dr. Kimberly Figaro, Director, Ed.D. in Educational Leadership, Dallas Baptist University.
Research Procedures
Should you decide to participate in this research study, you will be asked to sign the consent form once all your questions have been answered to your satisfaction. This study consists of a single grouping of questions related to demographics, job satisfaction, innovation, and willingness to enter the drawing for the $1,000 gift card.
Time Required
Participation in this study will require 15 minutes to complete the survey.
Risks
The researcher does not perceive more than minimal risks involved in this study.
Benefits
There is an opportunity to win a $1,000 gift card.
Confidentiality
The results of this study will be coded in such a way that the respondent’s identity will not be attached to the final form of this study. The researcher retains the rights to use and publish non-identifiable data. All data will be stored in a secure location for seven years, and then destroyed.
Participation & Withdrawal
Your participation is entirely voluntary. You are free to choose not to participate. Should you choose to participate, you both can withdraw at any time without consequences of any kind.
Questions about the Study
If you have questions or concerns during the time of your participation in this study or after its completion, or if you would like to receive a copy of the results, please contact:
Researcher
E. M. Flowers
Dallas Baptist University
3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211
max@dbu.edu
Advisor
Dr. Kimberly Figaro,
Director, Ed.D. in Educational Leadership,
Dallas Baptist University
3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211
kimberlyf@dbu.edu or (214) 333-5720
Questions about Your Rights as a Research Participant
Dr. Suzanne Kavli
Professor of Research and Leadership
Dallas Baptist University
3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211
suek@dbu.edu or (214) 333-5381
Giving of Consent
By selecting “I consent to participate” below and continuing to the survey, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the information provided above, that you are at least 18 years of age, and that you voluntarily agree to participate in this research study.
Because this is an anonymous online survey, your signature is not being requested.
Purpose of the Study
You are being asked to participate in a research study conducted by E. M. Flowers from Dallas Baptist University because you have self-identified as employed by a Department of War contractor in one of the following disciplines: electrical engineer, electro-optical engineer, mechanical engineer, or engineering manager. The purpose of the study is to better understand how contractors’ leadership styles affect employee job satisfaction and innovation. This study will contribute to the researcher’s completion of a directed research study under the supervision of Dr. Kimberly Figaro, Director, Ed.D. in Educational Leadership, Dallas Baptist University.
Research Procedures
Should you decide to participate in this research study, you will be asked to sign the consent form once all your questions have been answered to your satisfaction. This study consists of a single grouping of questions related to demographics, job satisfaction, innovation, and willingness to enter the drawing for the $1,000 gift card.
Time Required
Participation in this study will require 15 minutes to complete the survey.
Risks
The researcher does not perceive more than minimal risks involved in this study.
Benefits
There is an opportunity to win a $1,000 gift card.
Confidentiality
The results of this study will be coded in such a way that the respondent’s identity will not be attached to the final form of this study. The researcher retains the rights to use and publish non-identifiable data. All data will be stored in a secure location for seven years, and then destroyed.
Participation & Withdrawal
Your participation is entirely voluntary. You are free to choose not to participate. Should you choose to participate, you both can withdraw at any time without consequences of any kind.
Questions about the Study
If you have questions or concerns during the time of your participation in this study or after its completion, or if you would like to receive a copy of the results, please contact:
Researcher
E. M. Flowers
Dallas Baptist University
3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211
max@dbu.edu
Advisor
Dr. Kimberly Figaro,
Director, Ed.D. in Educational Leadership,
Dallas Baptist University
3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211
kimberlyf@dbu.edu or (214) 333-5720
Questions about Your Rights as a Research Participant
Dr. Suzanne Kavli
Professor of Research and Leadership
Dallas Baptist University
3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211
suek@dbu.edu or (214) 333-5381
Giving of Consent
By selecting “I consent to participate” below and continuing to the survey, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the information provided above, that you are at least 18 years of age, and that you voluntarily agree to participate in this research study.
Because this is an anonymous online survey, your signature is not being requested.