RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOURS OF LECTURERS AND STUDENTS’ CREATIVITY

Abstract

The aim of this study was to determine if transformational leadership behaviours of lecturers is effective in enhancing students’ creativity in research universities in Malaysia. Findings of this study indicated that there is a positive and significant relationship between students’ creativity and each of the components of transformational leadership style of lecturers. Also, findings indicated that components of transformational leadership style played a role in explaining students’ creativity. All five variables are important equally but have different effects on creativity. It is suggested that lecturers should learn and understand the significance of transformational leadership behaviours in enhancing students’ creative thinking.