PARTICIPATIVE LEADERSHIP IMPLEMENTATION: A CASE STUDY IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE EDUCATION STUDY PROGRAM AT MUHAMMADIYAH UNIVERSITY OF BENGKULU

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This research aimed to analyze the implementation of the participative leadership model in the

development of the English Language Education Study Program at Muhammadiyah University Bengkulu.

The research adopted qualitative a case study approach, involving four English lecturers as the

participants. The study was conducted to understand how the participative leadership model applied in

managing and developing the English Language Education Study Program. The data collected through

interviews included the participants' perspectives and experiences regarding participative leadership

practices, as well as their perceptions of its impact on improving the program's quality. The results of data

analysis indicated that the participative leadership model significantly benefited the management and

development of the English Study Program of Muhammadiyah University of Bengkulu felt actively

involved in decision-making, recognized for their contributions, and given opportunities to collaborate

and participate in curriculum and program development activities. They also reported increased

motivation and engagement in their tasks. However, the research also identified some challenges in

implementing the participative leadership model in the Study Program. These challenges included

effective time management, handling uncertainties, and the need for open and effective communication

between the head of the Study Program, and the lecturers. This research provided a deeper understanding

of the implementation of the participative leadership model in the development of the English Language

Education Study Program at Muhammadiyah University Bengkulu. The findings of this study could serve

as a basis for decision-makers to enhance participative leadership practices in the academic environment

and provide recommendations for further improvements in the development of the study program.

Keywords: Participative leadership, implementation, English Education Study Program, Decision-

makers, Case Study.