Adoção da meritocracia na progressão funcional em uma empresa de máquinas agrícolas

Abstract

This Final Course Project aims to analyze whether the criteria for career progression adopted by a company engaged in the commercialization of agricultural machinery, located in Rio Brilhante (MS), are aligned with the principles of organizational meritocracy. The research is based on the understanding that meritocracy, when applied fairly, transparently, and consistently, constitutes an essential tool for recognizing individual merit and fostering employee development, thereby promoting justice and efficiency in the workplace. The study is characterized as descriptive and qualitative research, based on a case study conducted in a company belonging to the Matra Group. Questionnaires and interviews were applied to ten employees from different hierarchical levels, covering five analytical categories: selection and promotion criteria, equality of opportunity, career management, organizational culture, and talent evaluation system. Data were analyzed using content analysis and descriptive statistical methods, allowing for a comprehensive interpretation of participants’ perceptions. The results indicate that although 70% to 80% of employees recognize the existence of meritocratic practices, the system presents flaws in communication, transparency, and clarity. The equality of opportunity policies are known, but their application is not perceived uniformly among different employee groups. The reward system proved to be the most critical point, with 60% of neutral or negative evaluations, revealing a disconnect between performance and recognition. The results show that the organization demonstrates a meritocratic intention, but it needs consolidated practices to ensure effective equity, transparent feedback from evaluations, and a direct link between individual merit and career progression.