The Impact of Managerial Leadership on Faculty Job Satisfaction in Chinese Public Universities

Abstract

The correlation between management leadership and faculty job satisfaction plays a vital role in determining an organization's performance and the well-being of teachers in the ever-changing field of higher education. This study examines the distinct aspects of management leadership, including vision and strategic orientation, decision-making and problem-solving abilities, coaching and development, and ethical leadership, and their influence on faculty job satisfaction in public universities located in Sichuan province, China. The study utilized a quantitative approach to analyze survey data from faculty members in order to investigate the extent of managerial leadership practices and their impact on faculty job satisfaction. The results demonstrated a significant and positive correlation between management leadership practices and faculty members' satisfaction in their jobs. This emphasizes the crucial role of effective leadership in establishing a work environment that is conducive to productivity and contentment. Important aspects of management leadership, such as having a clear vision and strategic direction, transparent decision-making procedures, helpful coaching and development programs, and ethical behavior, are found to impact faculty's impression of job satisfaction significantly. Administrators prioritizing these qualities are more likely to cultivate a favorable organizational culture, increase faculty involvement, and advance overall institutional success. The study's conclusions pertain to strategic interventions and leadership development programs specifically designed to improve management leadership practices. Public university administrators can cultivate a climate that supports faculty well-being, professional development, and academic performance by investing in leadership training, encouraging open communication, and establishing collaborative decision-making methods. This study adds to the current discussion on effective leadership in higher education and provides practical insights for public university administrators aiming to improve leadership practices and increase faculty job satisfaction in Sichuan province and different parts of the world.