Path-Goal Theory and the Application in Educational Management and Leadership

Journal Title: Education Quarterly Reviews - Year 2019, Vol 2, Issue 2

Abstract

This study focuses on Path-Goal theory and application in educational management and leadership, which is categorized under contingency approach of leadership. The theory proposed that the behaviour of leaders' can be exercised through different approaches, times, and situations by the same leader. The purpose of this paper is to highlight path-goal leadership theory. An important aspect of this paper hinges on the application of path-goal theory in an educational institution using leadership approaches in terms of supportive, directive, achievement-oriented, and participative behaviour on subordinate in achieving task completion. It is concluded that education leaders should put in use the path-goal leadership approaches in their daily dealings with their subordinate in their various educational institution.

Authors and Affiliations

Abdulrasheed Olowoselu, Mua’azam bin Mohamad, Shorouk Mohamed Farag Mohamed Aboudahr

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  • EP ID EP600827
  • DOI 10.31014/aior.1993.02.02.77
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Abdulrasheed Olowoselu, Mua’azam bin Mohamad, Shorouk Mohamed Farag Mohamed Aboudahr (2019). Path-Goal Theory and the Application in Educational Management and Leadership. Education Quarterly Reviews, 2(2), 448-455. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-600827