| ID | 169963 |
| Title Proper | Merit-Based Patronage |
| Other Title Information | Career Incentives of Local Leading Cadres in China |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Li, Hui ; Gore, Lance L P |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This study tries to determine to what extent the Chinese bureaucracy is merit-based. By triangulating quantitative and qualitative survey data from a sample of Chinese cadres (n=286), the authors aim to answer the research question: ‘What is the behavioral impact of the incentive structure the cadre management system helps to shape, and does the incentive matrix support a meritocratic work environment?’. The findings demonstrate that the promotion of local leading cadres is primarily based on their superiors’ recognition and appreciation. A principal-component analysis reveals that what impresses the superiors includes both patronage and merit factors, although patronage has a slight edge over merit. This study also suggests that good interpersonal skills are essential for both merit- and patronage-oriented career advancement. |
| `In' analytical Note | Journal of Contemporary China Vol. 27, No.109; Jan 2018: p.85-102 |
| Journal Source | Journal of Contemporary China Vol: 27 No 109 |
| Key Words | China ; Career Incentives ; Local Leading Cadres |