Exploring the Dynamics of Collaborative Leadership and Shared Governance in Higher Education Institutions.

Authors

  • BLESSING DWUMAH MANU DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION, SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCE, JIANGSU UNIVERSITY

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18533/gzgg3q73

Keywords:

Collaborative leadership, shared governance, Higher Education Institutions

Abstract

Leadership in education and traditional management theories face significant challenges in evolving to meet the demands of 21st-century organizations. This study identifies specific challenges, such as balancing inclusivity and efficiency, while addressing gaps in participatory decision-making processes. This study examines the potential for new perspectives on leadership by exploring the relationship between the emerging concept of collaborative leadership defined as inclusive, team-based decision-making and the philosophy of shared governance, which emphasizes participatory institutional processes, within higher education institutions. By providing clarity on collaborative leadership, including its focus on decentralizing authority and fostering group efficacy, this research identifies pathways for advancing theoretical development. The integration of collaborative leadership into the framework of shared governance offers a transformative approach to leadership in postsecondary education. Similarly, shared governance enhances the practical application of collaborative leadership, fostering inclusive and participatory decision-making processes. The interplay between these frameworks not only holds promise for leadership in education but also contributes to broader advancements in organizational behavior (OB). Further development of this integrated perspective can strengthen leadership practices and organizational theory, paving the way for innovative and adaptive governance models in higher education. 

Author Biography

  • BLESSING DWUMAH MANU, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION, SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCE, JIANGSU UNIVERSITY

     

    Current Position: PhD Candidate
    Current Institution: JIANGSU UNIVERSITY, China
    Current Biography: Mr. Blessing Dwumah Manu is currently a phD Candidate at Jiangsu University, China. I was born in the Ashanti Region of Ghana . I had my first degree at the University for Development studies in Ghana and graduated with a Bachelors degree in Education spending two years as a researcher and a teaching Assistant in the university. Due to my hardwork I was selected as a researcher and reviewer also in Jiangsu University by the department and also currently lecture the final year level 400 students in my school. and sometimes also lecture the first year postgraduate students since am in my final year. I also hold positions as the secretary to the School of Management President , and also part of the invigilation team and the national Research association for Education in China . I have attended several conferences as an oral presenter and l have 3published articles and several co-authored. I have also published as well in journal of Arts and Humanities.I also reviewed several papers for my professors and different researchers in education &management

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2026-01-03

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