Relationship Between Organizational Culture Models and Managers Rational Decision-Making Behavior

Abstract

There are many studies in the literature examining the relationship between culture and decision-making. In this study, six different organizational culture models have been considered to examine the relationship between managers' rational decision-making behavior and organizational culture models. Research indicates significant relationships between management decision-making styles and organizational culture. For instance, a relationship has been found between clan culture and intuitive decision-making. Similarly, a meaningful relationship has been identified between rational decision-making and hierarchy culture. According to Hofstede's cultural dimensions model, different cultural structures influence organizations' management and decision-making processes. According to Harrison and Handy's organizational culture model, different cultural structures affect organizations' decision-making processes. Kennedy and Deal's Organizational Culture Model is a framework used to understand organizations' cultural structures. The interaction of organizations with environmental factors significantly influences their cultural structures and, consequently, their decision-making processes. Therefore, organizations adapt different decision-making strategies to comply with the environmental conditions they are in and to sustain success. According to Schneider, organizations with a control culture typically have rigid rules, strict monitoring, and a hierarchical authority structure, which also influence the decision-making process. Collaboration culture enhances employee participation, motivation, and loyalty, and fosters innovation. Talent culture supports employees in realizing their potential and improving organizational performance, leading to more effective and sustainable decision-making. Development culture encourages continuous growth and development for organizations and employees, contributing to more conscious and effective decision-making by providing opportunities such as education, mentorship, innovation, and performance feedback. According to Schein, organizational culture also affects decision-making processes. Therefore, while the organizational leader exhibits rational decision-making behavior, they can utilize traditional or modern decision-making methods, planned or unplanned, within the framework of the circumstances they are in.