The Role of Inclusive Leadership in Enhancing Digital Transformation Field Study

Hasan Abdulsalam Ali Emran; Fathia. M. Elhony

doi:10.55927/eajmr.v4i8.330

Authors

Hasan Abdulsalam Ali Emran Fezzan University
Fathia. M. Elhony Fezzan University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/eajmr.v4i8.330

Keywords:

Leadership, Inclusive Leadership, Digital Transformation, University

Abstract

This study aims to understand the role that inclusive leadership plays in enhancing digital transformation in higher education institutions. The study examined the opinions of a sample of faculty members from Libyan universities, totaling 214 individuals, through an electronically designed questionnaire. The results of the study confirmed a strong positive relationship between the presence of inclusive leadership and the process of digital transformation in universities. It also indicated that the existence of regulations and laws governing digital transformation, as well as comprehensive strategic plans, would contribute to enhancing this process and achieving significant successes. The study recommends increasing investment in digital infrastructure and modern technologies, enhancing the technical capabilities of higher education institutions, improving the legislative and legal framework, and developing comprehensive strategic plans for digital transformation at the level of higher education institutions.

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