The Influence of Transformational Leadership of Higher Education Institution (Hei) Administrators on Teachers’ Performance in China

Abstract

Higher education leaders (HEI) are the college directors, deans, department chairpersons, and program coordinators.  Over time, the roles and functions of academic administrators have changed significantly. This study investigated the influence of the HEI administrators’ transformational leadership on teachers’ performance in China and contributed to the limited studies on these variables in the context of HEI in China. Guided by the theory of transformational leadership, this study was designed using a quantitative descriptive correlational research approach. Through the participation of 314 HEI faculty, the results revealed that the overall assessment of transformational leadership qualities is evident, but the overall performance of teachers is rated as average. And among the predictors of transformational leadership, only the empowering variable has a positive influence on the assessment of teachers’ performance.