Entrepreneurial Leadership Model for Administrators of Anyang Highervocational Colleges Under Henan Province, China
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Studying the entrepreneurial leadership model of managers in vocational colleges and universities in Anyang City, Henan Province aligns with national policies and addresses the needs of local economic and social development. This research holds both theoretical and practical significance, as it aims to enhance the quality of vocational education while fostering students' innovative and entrepreneurial abilities. By focusing on entrepreneurial leadership, this study not only seeks to improve the leadership and organizational innovation capabilities of vocational college managers but also helps instill a deeper sense of educational entrepreneurship. Furthermore, it offers fresh perspectives and strategic directions for the development of vocational institutions, empowering managers to effectively guide their schools toward long-term success.
This research utilized a mixed-method approach, incorporating both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. The population of this study included 2,008 administrators and teachers from Anyang Higher Vocational Colleges in Henan Province. A stratified random sampling method was used to select a sample, totaling 312 participants. Data collection was conducted using a questionnaire, and descriptive statistics as well as Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) were employed to analyze the data using statistical software.
This research utilized a mixed-method approach, incorporating both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. The population of this study included 2,008 administrators and teachers from Anyang Higher Vocational Colleges in Henan Province. A stratified random sampling method was used to select a sample, totaling 312 participants. Data collection was conducted using a questionnaire, and descriptive statistics as well as Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) were employed to analyze the data using statistical software.
The research findings revealed that: (1) there were 5 components and 15 indicators of Entrepreneurial Leadership Model For Administrators Of Anyang Higher Vocational Colleges Under Henan Province, which consisted of Framing the challenge, Absorbing uncertainty, Path clearing , Building commitment, Specifying limits, A total of 15 indicators were also identified. (2) the developed Entrepreneurial leadership odel for administrators of Anyang Higher Vocational Colleges in Henan Province was consistent with the empirical data. The value of Relative Chi-square (χ2/df) = 1.18, Degree of Freedom (df) = 85, Goodness of Fit Index (GFI) = 0.960, Adjusted Goodness of Fit Index (AGFI) = 0.943, and Root Mean Square Error of Approximation (RMSEA) = 0.24, all in line with specified criteria. And the key components had the weight between 0.31-0.88 higher than 0.30.
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