Title of article :
EFFECT OF LEADERSHIP AND ACADEMIC CULTURE ON IMPLEMENTATION OF SELF ASSESSMENT MANUAL IN PUBLIC SECTOR UNIVERSITIES OF PAKISTAN
Author/Authors :
Akhtar, N. A. University of the Punjab - Institute of Quality and Technology Management, Pakistan , Jalil, F. University of the Punjab - Institute of Quality and Technology Management, Pakistan , Farooq, M. S. University of Lyon - Institute of Science of Educational Practices and Training, France , Afzal, M. University of the Punjab - Department of Economics, Pakistan , Awan, M.U. University of the Punjab - Institute of Quality and Technology Management, Pakistan
Abstract :
The intent of this paper is to explore the effect of leadership and academic culture on the implementation of Self Assessment Manual (SAM) in Public sector universities of Pakistan. A questionnaire was sent to the Quality Enhancement Cells (QECs) of 25 universities. The respondents were only the top management (Vice Chancellors, Deans of the Faculties, Directors and Head of Departments). Academic culture and leadership were found as critical factors for the implementation of SAM in most of the universities.QEC is playing a significant role for implementation of SAM. Semester and Semester with Annual system of education are contributing better for SAM implementation regarding QEC role. QEC should launch an advocacy move for the self assessment in the institution. Semester system should be encouraged and practiced in higher education institutions in Pakistan.
Keywords :
Self Assessment Manual , academic culture , leadership , quality in higher education
Journal title :
Journal of Quality and Technology Management
Journal title :
Journal of Quality and Technology Management
