I'm collecting data for my dissertation, which is focused on examining the link between learning culture in organizations and use of the balanced scorecard framework. If your organization would like to participate, please read the invitation to participate below. You can use the embedded link to reach the survey. My timeframe for data collection is now through August 8, 2008, and I can extend the deadline if your organization needs more time. I would be pleased to have forum readers participate. Please feel free to contact me by e-mail (below) with inquiries.

Stephanie

Hello! Thank you for your interest in my doctoral research study about the link between learning culture and use of the Balanced Scorecard framework. This research is important because very little has been written about the Learning and Growth perspective of the Balanced Scorecard. Your participation is extremely valuable to our field.

Synopsis: This dissertation research seeks to determine if an association exists between usage of the balanced scorecard framework and the existence of a "learning culture" in organizations. The learning culture construct is measured by an instrument called the DLOQ (Dimensions of the Learning Organization Questionnaire). I have put together questions about balanced scorecard usage to capture perceptions about metrics and strategy. My target sample includes managers and executives who are familiar with the scorecard for their company and the metrics and strategy decisions associated with it. Ideally, I'm looking for 4 managers per company to participate in an online survey, and more are certainly welcome.

To participate in this research, you must be over the age of 18, and in a decision-making position in your organization where it concerns Balanced Scorecard activities. Your company must be implementing (or have implemented) the Balanced Scorecard framework and be a for-profit organization in the United States. The survey consists of 48 questions that are a combination of multiple choice and short answer text. It will take approximately 40 minutes to complete. You may request to receive a summary of the overall results, and also specific results for your company.

The link below will take you to an online consent form preceding the survey. Federal law stipulates that you provide your informed consent for any university-sponsored research. This survey is confidential.

http://www.unm.edu/~stephief/consent.htm

I thank you in advance for your willingness to participate in this study. If you know of other individuals in your organization (or in other organizations) who would be eligible and interested in participating in this study, please forward this invitation to them.

If you have any questions about this research, please contact me.

Thank you,
Stephanie Christine G. Fuentes
Doctoral Candidate, Organizational Learning & Instructional Technology (OLIT)
University of New Mexico
stephief@unm.edu