Directors’ Practice of Al-Ghazali Islamic Leadership Model and Teachers’ Job Performance at Vocational Colleges in Johor: Teachers Perspectives

This study examines the practice of the Al-Ghazali Leadership Model by directors and its impact on the job performance of teachers at vocational colleges in Johor. Al-Ghazali’s leadership model, as outlined in his books “al-Ehya-‘Alumuddin,” “at-Tibr al-Masbuk Fi Nasihat al-Mulk,” and “Book of Al-Iqtisad,” encompasses ten principles. The research employed a quantitative survey methodology and utilised questionnaires as the primary tool for data collection. The sample consisted of 330 teachers from Vocational Colleges in Johor, who were selected conveniently and voluntarily. The responses were analysed using a descriptive approach, utilising a 6-point Likert scale. The mean and standard deviation were calculated using the SPSS version 27.0 software. A pilot study was conducted to assess the validity and reliability of the questionnaire items. The findings of the study revealed that the primary principle of al-Ghazali Islamic leadership, as practised by Directors of Vocational Colleges in Johor, was the principle of ‘firmness’, with a mean score of 5.12. The second highest principle was ‘Putting oneself in others’ shoes’, with a mean score of 5.11, while the third highest principle was ‘Fulfilling others’ rights without asserting one’s own rights’, with a mean score of 5.09. The Directors of Vocational Colleges in Johor demonstrated a commendable level of proficiency in implementing these principles. The expectation is that the findings of this study will serve as a source of motivation for all individuals and groups involved in the field of education, as well as the public, in their efforts to achieve the objectives outlined in the Education Blueprint 2015-2030 and the Malaysia Development Plan 2040.