This research paper explores the effectiveness of higher education institutions in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by identifying the factors that determine perceived effectiveness and investigating their impact on institutional performance. Based on the relevant literature, the study analyzed the key determinants such as the organizational culture, leadership styles, decision-making practices, strategic emphases, top management support, performance appraisal and recognition, training and professional development, and instructional technology of 17 federal, public, and private higher education institutions in the UAE. A self-administered questionnaire survey was conducted with 204 academic and senior administrators to gather data on the key determinants of effectiveness, perceived effectiveness, and institutional performance. The survey results were evaluated using exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) to ensure reliability and validity. The researcher developed and tested a causal model utilizing Structural Equation Modeling to analyze structural relationships through AMOS software. The findings of the study indicate that organizational culture, leadership styles, decision-making practices, strategic emphases, top management support, and employees’ performance appraisal positively influence perceived institutional effectiveness and explain the perceived effectiveness of higher education institutions. Furthermore, the study reveals that perceived effectiveness has a significant positive impact on institutional performance. The validated model of this study can be used for internal evaluations, benchmarking, and continuous quality improvement at higher education institutions.

Authors:
Ahmed ElTahir Abubakr, Emirates Academy for Identity and Citizenship, United Arab Emirates

About the Presenter(s)
Dr. Ahmed ElTahir holds a Doctorate in Business Administration. With more than three decades of professional experience in higher education, he has delivered over 25 successful projects involving academic accreditations and institutional licensing.

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