Exploring the Influence of Leadership Styles on Faculty Turnover: A Qualitative Case Study of FDSA
Abstract
The impact of leadership styles on faculty turnover at FDSA Aviation College of Science and Technology Inc., a specialized aviation school in the Philippines, is examined in this qualitative case study. Since instructors at FDSA frequently leave in the middle of a semester, faculty turnover has been a persistent issue, necessitating an investigation into the underlying reasons for attrition. This study investigated the effects of leadership behavior on faculty motivation, job satisfaction, and resignation decisions, guided by Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory and Bass and Avolio's Transformational and Transactional Leadership Theory. Open-ended questionnaires were used to gather data from former faculty members who left their positions between 2022 and 2025. The results of the thematic analysis showed that faculty experiences were adversely impacted by inconsistent leadership practices, specifically in the areas of communication, acknowledgment, support, and handling of subpar performance. Autocratic leadership, a dearth of opportunities for professional development, and inadequate administrative responsiveness were cited by many participants as major reasons for their departure. Leadership style turned out to be a significant factor in faculty turnover, despite certain personal and professional factors. The study emphasizes how critical it is that FDSA foster consistent, encouraging, and emotionally intelligent leadership behaviors. For educational leaders and policymakers looking to improve faculty retention, particularly in specialized academic institutions, the findings provide insightful information.
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IRE Journals:
Carl Jomel S. Garcia , Gian Carlo B. Gania , Rei Mark M. Ramos , Lorinda E. Pasual , Noel T. Florencondia
"Exploring the Influence of Leadership Styles on Faculty Turnover: A Qualitative Case Study of FDSA" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 1 2025 Page 1081-1087
IEEE:
Carl Jomel S. Garcia , Gian Carlo B. Gania , Rei Mark M. Ramos , Lorinda E. Pasual , Noel T. Florencondia
"Exploring the Influence of Leadership Styles on Faculty Turnover: A Qualitative Case Study of FDSA" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(1)
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