Saudi Cultural Missions Theses & Dissertations
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Item Restricted EXPLORING THE ROLE OF LEADERSHIP STYLES IN PROJECT SUCCESS WITHIN BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTS(De Montfort University, 2024) Alghamdi, Essam Abdulkhaliq; Oyinlola, AdewaleThis study explores the critical role of leadership styles in determining project success within diverse business environments. Grounded in the Contingency Theory of Leadership, the study investigates how various leadership approaches—including transformational, transactional, situational, and servant leadership—contribute to effective project management and the achievement of strategic objectives. The research is motivated by the need to understand the nuanced ways in which leadership influences project outcomes, particularly in environments characterised by complexity and rapid change. A comprehensive review of existing literature provided the foundation for the empirical analysis conducted through a quantitative approach. Data were collected via structured questionnaires administered to project managers and team members across different industries. The findings revealed that transformational leadership, characterised by its focus on vision, inspiration, and empowerment, is particularly effective in dynamic and innovative settings, leading to high levels of team engagement and project success. Transactional leadership, with its emphasis on structure, efficiency, and adherence to goals, was found to be crucial in more stable and regulated environments. Situational leadership emerged as essential for leaders who need to adapt their style to the specific demands of the project and team, thereby navigating complex challenges and ensuring project continuity. Servant leadership, which prioritises the development and well-being of team members, also played a significant role in fostering a supportive and collaborative project environment, ultimately contributing to successful outcomes. The study’s findings align with the Contingency Theory of Leadership, which suggest that there is no one-size-fits-all leadership style; rather, the effectiveness of a leader is contingent upon the context in which their leadership is exercised. This research confirms that the success of a project is not solely dependent on a specific leadership style but on the leader’s ability to adapt their approach to meet the unique demands of each project environment. The research contributes significantly to the existing body of knowledge by providingempirical evidence on the impact of various leadership styles on project outcomes. It underscores the importance of adaptability, context-awareness, and a people-centred approach in leadership. The study concludes with practical recommendations for leaders and organizations, advocating for continuous leadership development, the integration of adaptive leadership practices, and the fostering of a flexible and innovative organizational culture. These insights are crucial for enhancing leadership effectiveness and maximising project success in today’s complex and rapidly evolving business landscapes.37 0Item Restricted Perceived Leadership Style and its Impact on Employee Motivation in the Islamic Higher Education Context: A Mixed Method Case Study of Faculty Members and Administration at Taif University(2023-05-30) Alharthi, Fawziah Bakheet; Polka, WalterLeadership is a crucial organizational component and a major factor in determining employee motivation. Appropriate leadership styles can vary from culture to culture, which may influence the achievement of institutional goals and objectives. The government of Saudi Arabia has prioritized education in its 2030 ambitious vision. The daily challenges in the university workplace have an impact on faculty members' ability to stay motivated and productive. The purpose of this mixed method research study was to explore leadership styles and their impact on faculty members motivation in the context of Islamic higher education at Taif University in Saudi Arabia. There were 74 responses from faculty members in the quantitative part, and 7 leaders participated in the qualitative part of the study. The Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ) and the Work Extrinsic and Intrinsic Motivation Scale (WEIMS) were utilized to collect the quantitative data. Semi-structured interviews were employed to gather the qualitative data. The research questions were answered through use of descriptive analysis, multiple regression analysis and via thematic content analysis of interview data. The results of this study indicated that faculty members at Taif University perceived current leadership styles employed in the following frequency: Islamic, transformational, transactional and, lastly, passive avoidant. Leaders perceived their leadership styles to be mostly transformational Islamic leadership. The findings of this research also showed that Islamic, transactional and transformational leadership styles were moderately correlated with faculty members motivation in a positive sense. Passive-avoidant leadership style was weakly associated with motivation in a positive sense. In addition, it was found that Islamic leadership had the greatest impact on employees' levels of motivation and a stronger relationship with intrinsic motivation among faculty members. The interview data analysis indicated that the concept of transformational leadership has been presented and understood by the leaders. Moreover, the informants identified that Taif University has made significant progress toward the 2030 vision educational goals. Also, leaders reported that Islamic environment increases the faculty motivation as long as the principles of true Islamic leadership are followed which include: trust, ethical and moral behavior, and the demonstration of respect. The study may serve as a key resource to current and future leaders at Taif University as they continue to improve the organizational performance and increase efficiency levels of their faculty members.15 0