Professional Identity and Management Effectiveness among Chinese University Administrators

In modern university management, studying administrative staff’s professional identity and management efficacy is crucial. Professional identity reflects individuals’ career recognition and integration, while management efficacy enhances service levels in education, research, and administration. As Chinese higher education expands and reforms deepen, administrative reforms are vital for overcoming institutional barriers and driving progress. However, research on this topic remains limited.This study explores how professional identity impacts management efficacy using quantitative methods. Results show administrative staff’s professional identity is “average,” with beneficial identity scoring highest and university development lowest. Management efficacy is also rated “average,” indicating adequate service and incentives but room for improvement in career and university development. Furthermore, no significant differences in management efficacy were observed across demographic characteristics, but a clear correlation exists between professional identity and efficacy evaluations. Individuals with stronger professional identity tend to perceive higher management efficacy.Based on the findings, targeted programs are recommended to strengthen professional identity and management efficacy, fostering overall university development.