THE ROLE OF TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP IN PROMOTING HIGH PERFORMANCE: AN EXPLORATORY ANALYTICAL STUDY OF THE OPINIONS OF A SAMPLE OF ACADEMIC LEADERS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF BABYLON

Abstract

The research aims to test the effect of transformational leadership represented by its dimensions (Idealized Influence, Inspiring Motivation, Intellectual Stimulation, And Individual Consideration), in enhancing high performance represented by its dimensions (Continuous Improvement, Work Orientation, Long-Term Orientation, Management Quality, And Employee Quality). The research sample is from the academic leaders at the University of Babylon, according to a sample of (65) respondents from the senior leaders at the university, and using (questionnaire) according to ready-made foreign standards, and the obtained data were analysed and processed statistically, using statistical programs (SPSS V.23, Amos V23), and the research reached a set of results, the most important of which is (the existence of a significant influence relationship for the dimensions of transformational leadership in promoting high performance at the University of Babylon), and the research came out with a set of recommendations, the most prominent of which was that the university should encourage the research community to encourage educational staff who have sufficient experience and preparation to practice the role of transformational leadership, And they have the ability to possess latent talents and creative abilities to benefit from the exercise of tasks and enhance high performance, which has an impact on achieving distinction and success at work.