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    COGNITIVE DIVERSITY AND PERFORMANCE OF UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, HOSPITAL IBADAN (UCH)
    (POLAC MANAGEMENT REVIEW (PMR), NIGERIA POLICE ACADEMY, WUDIL-KANO, 2024-07-31) Adebayo Adeyemi Abdulwasiu; Muhammed Taofeek Olowookere; Isiaka Sulu Babaita
    Amid rapid technological advancements, demographic changes, and complex regulatory landscapes, healthcare organizations face significant challenges. Therefore, this study examined the effect of cognitive diversity on organizational performance within the dynamic healthcare sector, focusing on University College Hospital, Ibadan. Utilizing a quantitative descriptive design, this research surveyed 300 staff members of University College Hospital, Ibadan. Following the Krejcie and Morgan sample size determination method, a sample size of 298 participants was derived to ensure representativeness through stratified random sampling of the hospital's diverse workforce. Data were collected via a structured questionnaire using a 5-point Likert scale.Regression analysis indicated a positive correlation between cognitive diversity and enhanced organizational outcomes. Coefficients from the regression analysis revealed a statistically significant relationship (p = 0.001) between cognitive diversity and organizational performance. The findings strongly affirm that cognitive diversity is crucial for enhancing organizational performance in healthcare settings. The study recommends implementing diversity training programs and fostering an environment of open communication and collaboration at University College Hospital, Ibadan. These initiatives are essential for optimizing organizational outcomes amidst the complexities of cognitive diversity, promoting innovation and effective problem-solving in healthcare delivery