Best Practices in Teaching Leadership: A Global Review Across Seven Continents

This paper aims to systematically review best practices in teaching leadership at the higher education level across the seven continents. It addresses the growing need for culturally responsive and globally competent leadership education. Employing a rigorous systematic literature review methodology, the study analyzes empirical and theoretical research published between 2010 and 2025. It focuses on pedagogical approaches, leadership competencies, and regional adaptations. Findings reveal common emphasis on experiential learning, ethical stewardship, and intercultural competence, alongside significant regional variations shaped by cultural, economic, and institutional contexts. Practically, the study highlights the importance of faculty development, technology integration, and context-specific curricula to enhance leadership education effectiveness. The originality of this work lies in its global comparative scope, synthesizing diverse practices and emerging trends to inform educators, institutions, and policymakers. This review contributes valuable insights for advancing leadership education that is both globally informed and locally grounded.