Strategic Leadership of School Principals in Enhancing Educational Quality Through Transformational Management and Collaborative Governance

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Published: Mar 7, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.19109/elidare.v11i1.27335

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Efrita Norman
Bunga Bangsa Islamic University Cirebon
Faiz Aizat
University College of Aviation Malaysia
Heni Feviasari
Institut Agama Islam Bogor
Melly Nuryani
STAI Al Mukhlishin

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The quality of education is largely influenced by the strategic leadership of school principals. However, many schools still struggle with ineffective leadership models that hinder educational innovation and stakeholder collaboration. This study aims to analyze how strategic leadership, incorporating transformational management and collaborative governance, enhances educational quality. Using a qualitative multi-site case study approach, data were collected from 15 schools in urban and suburban areas of Bogor through in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and document analysis. The findings indicate that principals who implement transformational leadership strategies create more dynamic learning environments, foster teacher motivation, and enhance student achievement. Schools with strong collaborative governance models demonstrate higher stakeholder involvement, particularly from teachers, parents, and community members, leading to better educational outcomes. The study also reveals that leadership effectiveness varies across different school contexts, with financial and structural limitations impacting implementation success. These results contribute to the field by offering a practical leadership framework that integrates transformational management and collaborative governance to improve educational quality. The study underscores the necessity of equipping school principals with innovative leadership skills and strengthening partnerships between schools and external stakeholders. Future research should explore the impact of leadership strategies in broader educational settings and assess their long-term sustainability. By adopting a strategic leadership approach, schools can create a more adaptable, innovative, and inclusive learning environment that meets the demands of modern education.

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Norman, E., Aizat, F., Feviasari, H., & Nuryani, M. (2025). Strategic Leadership of School Principals in Enhancing Educational Quality Through Transformational Management and Collaborative Governance. El-Idare: Journal of Islamic Education Management, 11(1), 81-88. https://doi.org/10.19109/elidare.v11i1.27335
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Norman, E., Aizat, F., Feviasari, H., & Nuryani, M. (2025). Strategic Leadership of School Principals in Enhancing Educational Quality Through Transformational Management and Collaborative Governance. El-Idare: Journal of Islamic Education Management, 11(1), 81-88. https://doi.org/10.19109/elidare.v11i1.27335

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