QUALITATIVE INSIGHT ON THE IMPACT OF LEADERS’ COMPETENCIES TO MOSQUE PERFORMANCE

Abstract

Mosque plays an important role in molding and creating beautiful success ummah. In the days of Prophet Muhammad s.a.w. the mosque is known and acts as a central place for all Muslims to practice religious rituals as well as other social activities. However, in Malaysia, the mosque is now seen as a place meant for religious rituals only and the activities held does not attract many attendees. This research aims to understand what are the core competencies which will have a significant impact on mosque performance. This is seen as necessary as having leaders with the identified core competencies will uplift the mosque institution to a higher level professionally. The research adopts a qualitative method and eighteen mosque leaders representing six mosques in the state of Kedah have been selected based on the recommendation by the religious state office respectively. Data would be collected using the interview and observation method. The result of the study aims to assist Kedah State Religious to strengthen and identify the competencies needed by the mosque leaders in managing the mosque effectively.