Abstract
PurposeThis article seeks to centre on Cypriot, English, Greek and Swedish selection and training of principals. This was part of a 2001‐2002 European Union (EU) funded study which created a distance learning CD ROM for principals.Design/methodology/approachNational education systems and principals' selection and training were analysed and compared using documents, focus groups, principals' interviews and an international seminar.FindingsThe most centralised systems of Greece and Cyprus had less principal preparation, and more government involvement in principal selection, than the less centralised Sweden and England.Originality/valueThe extent of training was perceived to matter less in successful principalship than selecting the right people, although even a good leader can be improved through training and principals were concerned about their lack of formal training.
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