Exploring the Relationship of entrepreneurial leadership in enhancing organisational trust from the faculty member's Perspective at a Selected Saudi University.

Abstract

This research aimed to explore the presence of entrepreneurial leadership dimensions and their role in enhancing organisational trust from the faculty perspective at a selected Saudi university. The study gathered data from 344 faculty members through surveys. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) was used for data analysis also the analytical-descriptive approach was used for its interpretation. Notably, statistically significant differences were observed in entrepreneurial leadership and organizational trust, favouring health colleges and associate professors also for whom served for more than ten years of service. However, no significant differences were found based on gender or job description. The results indicated a "Neutral" evaluation of the presence of entrepreneurial leadership dimensions at the university, with an average score of (2.82). The highest-ranking dimensions were proactiveness, risk-taking, and innovation. Similarly, the organizational trust level was classified as "Neutral," with an average score of (2.86) demonstrating the highest trust in direct supervisors, followed by trust in the work team and then senior leadership. Importantly, there was a positive relationship between entrepreneurial leadership and organisational trust. Based on these findings, the study suggests incorporating and fostering entrepreneurial leadership as a modern approach across various faculties and departments within the university to enhance contemporary educational leadership practices also for the enhancement of overall trust.