Creating Competitive Advantages through Organizational Learning Based on Knowledge Sharing Culture and Altruist Spirit in Private Universities

Abstract

This study aims to formulate a model of organizational learning based on knowledge sharing to create a competitive advantage in private universities in Semarang. The population of this research was permanent lecturers with the sample of 225 lecturers who were selected randomly. The research proves the existence of significant influence between organizational learning, altruist spirit of the knowledge sharing culture and competitive advantage of academic institutions. While the relationship between learning commitment and the spirit of altruist are not proved significant. In addition, the research also showes that the desire to contribute on the knowledge is supported by open-mindedness, commitment to learn, and shared vision.