Inspirational Leadership from The Perspective of Transformational Theory at UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung

Authors

  • Desi Dwi Anissa UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung, Indonesia
  • Abd. Aziz UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung, Indonesia
  • Nur Efendi UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56404/priem.v1i2.331

Keywords:

Inspirational Leadership, Transformational Leadership Theory, UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung.

Abstract

The rapid technological developments in the Society 5.0 era require Islamic educational institutions to adopt flexible and innovative leadership styles to keep pace with changing times. This study aims to examine the application of transformational and visionary leadership in managing change in Islamic educational institutions in in the digital era. Therefore, this leadership model can serve as a reference for other institutions in facing global challenges and strengthening sustainable Islamic educational governance. the digital era. The method used was a qualitative case study at UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with university leaders, lecturers, and educational staff, participant observation, and analysis of policy documents and academic programs. The research findings indicate that transformational leadership improves management effectiveness, motivates educators, and encourages innovation in institutional management. The discussion of the research results also reveals that combining technology-based leadership with transformational principles can strengthen the competitiveness of Islamic educational institutions. The implementation of adaptive and visionary leadership is crucial for educational institutions to develop and innovate in the future.

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Published

2026-07-31

How to Cite

Desi Dwi Anissa, Abd. Aziz, & Nur Efendi. (2026). Inspirational Leadership from The Perspective of Transformational Theory at UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung. Journal of Policy Review and Innovation in Educational Management, 1(2), 44–53. https://doi.org/10.56404/priem.v1i2.331