Leadership in the decision-making behavior of educational institution administrators at Guangdong Open University
คำสำคัญ:
Leadership,, Decision-Making Behavior,, Educational Institution Administrators,, Guangdong Open Universityบทคัดย่อ
The rapid advancement of technology and the increasing complexity of educational governance have created significant challenges for administrators in higher education institutions. Many leaders struggle to adapt to digital transformations, effectively integrate technology into institutional management, and foster an environment conducive to continuous learning and development. Addressing these challenges requires a profound understanding of transformational leadership competencies and their impact on institutional success. The goals of this study are to 1. look into the transformational leadership skills that school administrators need in a technology-driven environment, 2. look into the link between transformational leadership skills and institutional performance, and 3. come up with ways to make leadership more effective in the digital age. This mixed-method research combines qualitative and quantitative approaches. The research instruments included questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. The sample group for the quantitative study consisted of 100 administrators, including department heads, deans, and senior leaders, selected using stratified random sampling. The sample size was calculated using the Taro Yamane formula at a 0.05 error level. Data collected from the questionnaires were analyzed using descriptive statistics, including percentages, means, and standard deviations, and inferential statistics, such as the t-test and the F-test. For the qualitative study, 20 executives were selected for in-depth interviews, and the data were analyzed using content analysis. The results indicated that administrators demonstrated strong transformational leadership skills, with an average competency score of 4.2 out of 5. Intellectual stimulation received the highest score (mean = 4.5), while individual consideration scored the lowest (mean = 3.8). A significant positive correlation (r = 0.68, p < 0.01) was identified between leadership skills and institutional performance indicators, such as student satisfaction and faculty engagement. Qualitative findings highlighted key themes, including adaptability to technological changes, the importance of collaborative leadership, and the need for ongoing professional development in digital skills.
References
Dongling. Z. & Worapongpat, N. (2023). Academic Leadership of Administrator Influence Learning Organization of Case Study of The University, Hong Kong. International Journal of Multidisciplinary in Educational & Cultures Studies, 1(2), 12-20.
JianFeng, L. & Worapongpat, N. (2024). Rural head teachers' leadership in local education curriculum under the perspective of educational modernization in Xi’an Province. Journal of Interdisciplinary Social Development, 2(3), 1-25.
Krejcie, R. V. & Morgan, D.W. (1970). Determining sample size for research activity. Educational and Psychological Measurement. 30(3), 607-610.
Lartlam, S., Pronsurivong, N., & Prawatrungraung, A. (2024). The Relationship Between the Innovative Leadership of Administrators and the Organizational Digitization of Schools in Naku District, Affiliated with the Primary Education Service Area Office 3. Interdisciplinary Academic and Research Journal, 4(4), 727–744.
Luo, J., & Asavisanu, P. (2022). A Model for the Development of Leadership Competencies Through Participation in Extra-Curricular Activities for Undergraduate Music Students in Southern Sichuan, China. International Journal of Sociologies and Anthropologies Science Reviews, 2(4), 89–102.
Pisjapo, M. & Worapongpat, N. (2024). Innovative leadership of school administrators under the Nakhon Ratchasima Primary Educational Service Area Office 3. Journal of Education Valaya Alongkorn Rajabhat University Journal of Education, 2(1), 22-33.
Phunaha, R. & Worapongpat, N. (2023). The Creative Visionary Academic Leadership and School Management in Kalasin Secondary Educational Service Area Office. Chophayom Journal, 34(1), 67–85.
Siphai, S. & Siphai, S. (2024). Professional Skills for School Administrators in the 21st Century. Journal of Education and Learning Reviews, 1(5), 13–22.
Worapongpat, N., & Yothachai, T.. (2024). Learning innovations in science and technology subjects by organizing learning in a cycle of inquiry with using games high school Chonburi province. Journal of Public and Private Issues, 1(1), 21–32.
Worapongpat, N., Purisuttamo, P. M., Uttamavangso, P. (N.), & Lormanenoprat, K. (2024). Academic leadership of administrators that influence being a learning organization in basic educational institutions under the Bangkok Educational Service Area. Journal of International Buddhist Studies College, 10(1–2), 163–180.
Worapongpat, N., & Sriaroon, S. (2024). Strategic leadership according to the four Brahmavihāra principles in the Chiang Mai Primary Educational Service Area Office 1. Journal of Public and Private Issues, 1(3), 107–117.
Worapongpat, N. (2024). Innovative leadership that Influences Becoming an Innovative Learning Organization Private Universities in Bangkok. UBRU International Journal Ubon Ratchathani Rajabhat University, 4(2), 29-44.
Worapongpat, N., Wongkumchai, T., & Anuwatpreecha, T. (2024). Innovative Leadership of Educational Institution Administrators at Dhonburi Rajabhat University. Journal of Education and Learning Reviews, 1(2), 1–12.
Worapongpat, N., Cai. Q., & Wongsawad, T. (2024). Creating and Validating a Digital Leadership Model for University Teachers, Liaoning Province. Journal of Education and Learning Reviews, 1(3), 1–10. https://doi.org/10.60027/jelr.2024.740
Worapongpat, N. (2025). Mindfulness in the use of artificial intelligence for learning among graduate students in private universities in Bangkok, Thailand. Asian Education and Learning Review, 3(2), Article 1. https://doi.org/10.14456/aelr.2025.6.
Worapongpat, N. & Muensai, B. (2023). The Transformational Leadership and Digital Skills of School Administrators Under the Office of Educational Service Area Krung Phet Ra Nakhon. Journal of MCU Kanchana Review, 3(3), 198–206.
Worapongpat. N., Waranya, T., Sarawut, T., Chotivungso, P. P. B. ., & Saikham, S. (2023). The Creative Leadership and School Administration of School Administrators Under The Office of Pathom Dvaravati. Rattanakosin Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 5(3), 25–40.
Worapongpat. N., Jutawan, M., & Suwanansuwanwong , C. (2024). Transformative Leadership of Administrators and Performance Motivation of Teachers in Schools in Trang, Surat, Kanchanaburi Province. Buddhist ASEAN Studies Journal, 8(2), 9–20.
Worapongpat, N. & Viphoouparakhot, V. (2024). Design and development of integrated training systems to enhance skills Leadership in educational administration and principles of leadership in the relationship of educational institutions with communities in Ratchaburi province for education for graduate students at private universities in the Bangkok area. Journal of Administration Management and Sustainable Development, 2(3), 577–590.
Worapongpat, N. (2024). Leadership according to the curriculum of teachers under the foundation of wisdom education, a case study of a primary school. in Yin Chuan, China. International Journal of Multidisciplinary in Educational & Cultures Studies, 2(1), 15–28.
Xunan, L. & Worapongpat, N. (2023). The transformation leadership administration of Fit Middle School in Anhui Province. International Journal of Multidisciplinary in Educational & Cultures Studies, 1(1), 14–27.
Yasuttamathada, N., & Worapongpat, N. (2025). Leadership of Organization Administrators in an Open University in China: A Case Study. Journal of Education and Learning Reviews, 2(1), 83–92.
