Organisational culture of higher education institutions in the process of implementing changes – case study

Abstract

ABSTRACT The article aimed at typology of the type and profile of the current and desired organisational culture in the selected universities in Poland, indication of the factors shaping it, indication of action motivators and success criteria according to the academia’s viewpoint. This is part of the results of more extensive research. The research tool used was the OCAI Questionnaire by Cameron K.S., Quinn R.E., as well as typology of organisational culture by Deal T.E., and Kennedy P. The study was conducted among the academic staff of the economic and social faculties and the university authorities in five academic centres. The conducted study has clearly exhibited that universities are following in the steps of the American model towards the culture of market and hierarchy. The management style of the organisation and human resources is also aimed at the market, which involves accountability, reporting and bureaucracy. This type of culture is not accepted by all the academia and the pace of change is short term. The departure from the traditional academic ethos has already taken place.