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The program efficiency of environmental and social non-governmental organizations: A comparative study
1Faculty of Business and Management, Beijing Normal University-Hong Kong Baptist University United International College, Zhuhai, Guangdong, China.
This study reveals that environmental and social non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in China have distinct factors influencing their program efficiency. Understanding these differences is crucial for improving NGO operations and governance.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Economics
- Public Administration
Background:
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) play a vital role in global governance and business.
- Measuring NGO efficiency is complex due to their mission-driven objectives.
- Existing research lacks a comparative analysis of efficiency factors between environmental and social NGOs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate factors affecting program efficiency in Chinese NGOs.
- To compare program efficiency determinants between environmental and social NGOs.
Main Methods:
- Utilized 12 indicators to assess NGO program efficiency.
- Data sourced from the Chinese Research Data Services (CNRDS) platform.
- Employed multiple regression analysis to identify influential factors.
Main Results:
- Identified distinct factors influencing program efficiency for environmental NGOs.
- Identified different influential factors for social NGOs.
- Highlighted significant differences in efficiency drivers between the two NGO types.
Conclusions:
- Program efficiency in Chinese NGOs is influenced by unique factors specific to environmental and social sectors.
- Findings offer valuable insights for NGO management, policy-making, and academic research.
- The study underscores the need for tailored approaches to measuring and enhancing NGO effectiveness.
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