Transformational Leadership of Higher Education Based on Educational Quality Management in Realizing Professional Lecturers at Rahmat Emmanuel Theological College

Abstract

This study examines the role of quality management-based transformational leadership at STT Rahmat Emmanuel, Jakarta, and its impact on lecturers' professionalism. The primary issue faced is a leadership crisis at the university, which often leads to internal problems and a decline in the quality of education. The purpose of this study is to explore how transformational leadership can be applied to support lecturers' professional development and improve the quality of education. The research method used is a qualitative approach with descriptive methods, involving interviews, observations, and document analysis. The results indicate that adaptive transformational leadership based on changing times is essential. Leaders at STT Rahmat Emmanuel have successfully created a positive influence and harmonious relationships between study program managers, lecturers, and students. The discussion in this study highlights the importance of educational quality management as a way to improve institutional performance, by empowering human resources to provide a positive and sustainable influence for students. Lecturers are encouraged to optimize their roles in the Tridharma of higher education to improve the quality of education. Thus, STT Rahmat Emmanuel is committed to being a superior theological educational institution open to Christian professionals, ready to produce quality graduates in church ministry and teaching.

Keywords: Transformational Leadership, Management, Quality, Professionalism