The Dual Governance of International Faith-Based Organizations in South Korea : A Comparative Case Study of World Vision and Compassion Korea = 한국 내 국제 종교 단체의 이중 거버넌스; 월드비전과 컴패션코리아의 비교 사례 연구

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

This study explores the connection between religious identity and institutional professionalization within international Christian faith-based organizations active in South Korea. It centers on World Vision Korea and Compassion Korea to examine how Christian leadership shapes governance and organizational decision-making in professional humanitarian contexts. Faith-based organizations are increasingly required to uphold standards related to accountability, transparency, and donor compliance, which generates tension between their religious mission and institutional governance demands. The research employs a qualitative comparative case study approach grounded in secondary documentary analysis, utilizing sources such as annual reports, mission statements, governance documents, and scholarly literature. The analytical framework is informed by Institutional Theory, Servant Leadership Theory, and Governance Theory. The results indicate that both organizations function within frameworks of dual governance, where religious identity and professional oversight exist side by side. World Vision Korea exhibits a deeply formalized governance structure, whereas Compassion Korea shows a more pronounced visible incorporation of Christian mission into its leadership and organizational culture. The research concludes that Christian leadership still influences governance practices, though its impact is tempered by institutional professionalization and the demands of donor accountability.

목차 (Table of Contents)

• CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1
• 1.1 Background of the Study 1
• 1.2 Research Puzzle 3
• 1.3 Research Question 6
• 1.4 Hypothesis 7
• 1.5 Research Methodology 8
• 1.6 Thesis Statement 10
• 1.7 Structure of the Thesis 11
• CHAPTER 2 LITERATURE REVIEW AND THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK 13
• 2.1 Introduction 13
• 2.2 Conceptualizing Faith-Based Organizations: From Identity to Institutional Hybridity 14
• 2.3 Values vs Institutional Isomorphism 16
• 2.4 The Distinctiveness Debate: Faith-Based vs Secular NGOs 18
• 2.5 Christian Leadership Theory 20
• 2.6 Governance in Non-Governmental Organizations 23
• 2.7 Theoretical Framework 24
• 2.8 Conclusion 26
• CHAPTER 3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 28
• 3.1 Introduction 28
• 3.2 Research Philosophy 30
• 3.3 Research Design 30
• 3.4 Comparative Case Study Framework 31
• 3.5 Case Selection 32
• 3.6 Data Sources and Data Collection 34
• 3.7 Policy and Organisational Analysis Framework 36
• 3.8 Thematic Analysis 41
• 3.9 Reliability and Validity 43
• 3.10 Limitations of the Study 43
• 3.11 Chapter Summary 44
• CHAPTER 4 COMPARATIVE CASE ANALYSIS 46
• 4.1 Introduction 46
• 4.2 World Vision Korea: Organisational Governance Context 47
• 4.3 Compassion Korea: Organisational Governance Context 55
• 4.4 Comparative Analysis of Dual Governance Structures 58
• 4.5 Christian Leadership and Faith-Based Governance Identity 66
• 4.6 Institutional Professionalization and Organisational Convergence 70
• 4.7 Governance Tensions and Strategic Balancing 73
• 4.8 Cross-Case Comparative Discussion 76
• 4.9 International Comparison with Other Christian Faith-Based Organizations 78
• 4.10 Chapter Summary 80
• CHAPTER 5 CONCLUSION 82
• 5.1 Introduction 82
• 5.2 Summary of Key Findings 83
• 5.3 Comparative Similarities and Differences 86
• 5.4 Overall Conclusion and Theoretical Insights 89
• 5.5 Practical Implications 90
• 5.6 Limitations of the Study 91
• 5.7 Recommendations for Future Research 92
• 5.8 Final Concluding Reflection 92
• Reference 94
• Appendices 107
• 국문초록 113