International Journal of Management in Education (18 papers in press)

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• Ethical climates impact on organisational commitment and citizenship behaviours: a study of private school teachers  
  by Muhammet Sait Dinc, Mehmet Ozgun 
  Abstract: Teachers’ Organisational Citizenship Behaviours (OCB) are increasingly vital in schools. Research suggests that teachers’ perceptions of Ethical Climate (EC) influence their Organisational Commitment (OC) and OCB; however, limited studies have examined how different EC types affect specific OC components and OCB dimensions. This study investigates the relationships among EC types, OC components, and OCB dimensions among 148 teachers in private schools in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Data was analysed using exploratory factor analysis, descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression analysis. Findings indicate that caring and law and code EC types positively influence affective commitment, while the independent EC type enhances continuance commitment. The law and code EC type also positively affects the compliance dimension of OCB. Conversely, affective commitment negatively influences attendance and compliance dimensions of OCB. These results contribute to understanding how ethical climate shapes teachers’ organisational attitudes and extra-role behaviours.
  Keywords: affective commitment; Bosnia and Herzegovina; continuance commitment; private school teachers; ethical climate types; organisational citizenship behaviours.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10074304
   
  
• Intelligent data mining for real-time academic insights to drive proactive decision-making in higher education innovation  
  by K. Shilpa , D. Suresha  
  Abstract: Advanced real-time academic insights require complex data mining tools because higher education student performance forecasting is harder. The project utilises machine learning and educational data mining to develop a data-driven framework that enhances higher education student outcomes and reduces dropout rates. The study uses over 4000 undergraduate and postgraduate student records from Bangalore universities to combine academic accomplishment, staff involvement, attendance, engagement and socioeconomic variables. Seven supervised learning algorithms were tested for their accuracy in predicting student academic success and dropout likelihood using the KDD paradigm. The framework includes DT, RF, SVM, kNN, LR, NB and MLR. Random Forest had the highest prediction accuracy for real-time student monitoring and intervention planning (91.63%) with a robust F1-score (0.9332) and AUC-ROC (0.8748). In-depth correlation, feature importance analysis, clustering, sentiment mining and sentiment analysis revealed that study hours, faculty support and attendance significantly impact academic achievement. Stress was negatively correlated. Risk reduction and instructional approaches were also provided via hierarchical clustering and tiered performance analysis. These results demonstrate how current data mining can enhance personalised learning, retention and informed decision-making in proactive education.
  Keywords: academic performance prediction; decision trees; random forests; SVM; support vector machines; k-nearest neighbours; logistic regression; Naïve Bayes; MLR; multiple linear egression; KDD; knowledge discovery in databases.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10074531
   
  
• Towards Effective Implementation of Educational Reforms: the Relationship between Principal Change Leadership Competency and Teacher Agency  
  by Reyett Paunan, Mei Kin Tai, Jasmine Jain 
  Abstract: The objective of the study was to examine the relationship between Principal Change Leadership Competency (PCLC) and Teacher Agency (TA) among private secondary schools in the CALABARZON region of the Philippines. Using stratified random sampling, 938 private secondary school teachers from five provinces in the region completed the survey. The data were analysed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling. The findings revealed a significant relationship between PCLC and TA (? = 0.411, p < 0.05), with a medium effect size (f= 0.203) explaining 16.9% of the variance in TA (R
  Keywords: principal change leadership competency; teacher agency; educational reforms; MATATAG curriculum; PLS-SEM.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10074534
   
  
• Investigating the Affect of Conflict and Enrichment between Work and Family on the Work-Life Balance of Higher Education Teachers: Moderating Role of Nature of Job  
  by Kinneri Jain, Abhay Jain, Anand Bansal 
  Abstract: The study seeks to investigate how the antecedents of work-life balance affect the work-life balance of teachers. For the purpose of research, a questionnaire was administered to teachers of the University of Delhi and 425 responses were collected. Structural Equation Modelling was employed to test the affects of independent variables on the work-life balance of teachers and to interpret the differences between permanent and non-permanent teachers, an independent sample t-test was conducted. The analysis revealed that both family-work conflict (p<0.05) and work-family conflict (p<0.05) had a negative influence on the work-life balance of teachers. Work-family enrichment exerted a positive influence on work-life balance (p<0.05) but family-work enrichment did not influence work-life balance (p=0.778). The analysis exhibited that permanent teachers had greater work-life balance, lower family-work conflict and work-family conflict in comparison to non-permanent teachers. The research explores a prominent area, influencing academics strongly, warranting immediate attention of the higher authorities.
  Keywords: Conflict; Enrichment; Work-Life Balance; Permanent Teachers; Non-Permanent Teachers; University of Delhi.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10074696
   
  
• Bridging cognition and practice: factors affecting play-based learning in Chinese public kindergartens  
  by Haihan Zhang, Mohd Nazri Bin Abdul Rahman, Amira Najiha Binti Yahya 
  Abstract: Play-based learning is evaluating over the time that requires efficiency in teaching and implementing process. The purpose of this study is to investigate the factors affecting play-based learning in Chinese public kindergartens. A sample of 352 respondents was collected from teachers implementing play-based learning. Smart PLS 4 was used for measurement model assessment and structural model evaluation. The study found that cognition of play-based learning, attitude towards play-based learning, availability of resources and gamification training has a significant impact on effectiveness of play-based learning implementation. In addition, the study concludes that teaching experience have a positive moderating role for the impact of cognition of play-based learning, attitude towards play-based learning, and gamification training on effectiveness of play-based learning implementation. The study reported no moderating impact of teaching experience regarding the relationship between availability of resources and play-based learning implementation. The findings of this research have novel contribution to literature For practical lens, this study provides effective factors to improve the play-based learning implementation in Chinese public kindergartens.
  Keywords: cognitive based learning; teachers experience; play-based learning; learning implementation; education.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10075367
   
  
• A transition from classroom to workplace: an examination into the learning process at DevLAB (Finland)  
  by Kari-Pekka Heikkinen, Ulla- Maija Tormala, Kongkiti Phusavat 
  Abstract: Higher education institutions play a pivotal role in the transition from classroom to workplace in terms of an individuals work performance. This research examines the impacts from the studio concept, employed by the DevLAB at Oulu University of Applied Sciences (Finland), on this transition. Using qualitative methods, including an online survey of 58 former DevLAB students and focus group interviews with 10 participants, eight key attributes influencing this work performance (i.e., task, contextual and adaptive performance) were identified-external interaction and involvement; team dynamics and social cohesion; meaningful real-world tasks and challenges; learning environment and approach; constant use of constructive feedback; emotion, belongingness and psychology; personal development and growth and organised and visible support during learning. These attributes directly correlate with previous studies which stressed the significant impacts of the learning environment such as feedback and engagement for the newly-graduated workforce. Three implications are recognised when designing the learning process: the importance of undefined project scope and uncertainty; the roles of external entity for feedback, governance and self-reflection and the importance of becoming a learning facilitator for a classroom instructor. This study enhances the knowledge that can bridge the gap between academic settings and professional practices.
  Keywords: higher education; learning process; studio concept; learning experiences; work performance; feedback.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10075520
   
  
• Enhancing human resource quality in higher education: the role of capability maturity model and organisational training at Universitas Jambi, Indonesia  
  by Syahmardi Yacob, Erwita Dewi, Rohman Wiliam, Husni Hasbulah 
  Abstract: Enhancing the quality of Human Resources (HR) for educational personnel is crucial to improving the effectiveness of higher education institutions. This study examines the impact of the Capability Maturity Model (CMM), here defined as a structured framework to evaluate the maturity of organisational processes and HR practices on organisational performance, with Organisational Training as a mediating variable. Using a quantitative approach with Structural Equation Modelling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS), this study analyses data from 250 educational personnel at Universitas Jambi, selected through Disproportionate Stratified Random Sampling. The findings reveal that CMM significantly influences organisational performance, both directly and through the mediation of Organisational Training. This highlights the importance of structured and continuous training in maximising CMM’s impact. The study contributes empirical evidence on the role of organisational maturity models and training in improving institutional performance. Furthermore, it supports Universitas Jambi’s Management Transformation strategy, providing a foundation for competency-based HR development in higher education institutions.
  Keywords: capability maturity model; organisational training; organisational performance; educational personnel; higher education.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2027.10075511
   
  
• Exploring work-related behaviours: the impact of organisational factors in teachers organisational commitment and job satisfaction in Turkish public schools  
  by Hulya Gorgulu, Derya Kilicoglu 
  Abstract: The purpose of this research is to test a theoretical model to explain structural relationships between perceived organisational support, organisational justice, organisational cynicism, organisational commitment and job satisfaction. The study sample consists of 353 teachers employed in 18 different Turkish public high schools selected through stratified sampling method considering socioeconomic regions of the schools. Correlation for data analysis, confirmatory factor analysis for structural validity of scales and path analysis for testing the constructural model were utilised in the research. As a result of validated model, it was concluded that teachers ’ organisational support and organisational justice perceptions affect their organisational cynicism perceptions in negative way. Teachers ’ organisational cynicism perceptions affect their organisational commitment and job satisfaction perceptions in negative way as well. It was also revealed that teachers ’ organisational support and organisational justice perceptions affect their organisational commitment and job satisfaction perceptions positively via the mediating role of organisational cynicism perceptions.
  Keywords: organisational justice; perceived organisational support;organisational cynicism; organisational commitment; job satisfaction.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10075547
   
  
• What pulls international students to Indonesia? Factors exploration across student populations  
  by Lea Simek, William H. Stewart, Debby Lubis 
  Abstract: The number of non-traditional study destinations is increasing, yet our understanding of pull factors remains rooted in established destinations with limited insights into diverse student populations. This study examines pull factors influencing international students in Indonesia, aiming to improve communication strategies for this emerging destination. Using data from 71 students, it employs quantitative analysis (descriptive statistics and non-parametric one-way ANOVA) and content analysis of open-ended responses. Initial findings reveal that exchange students value regional travel, while degree-seekers prioritize institutional qualities. Cost, lifestyle, and services are important to male students. First-choice students were influenced by their network, while Indonesia’s reputation as a tourist and economic hub was further highlighted as important for many students. This research provides novel insights into international student decision-making in Indonesia, offering practical implications for enhancing marketing strategies, understanding push-pull factors, and enriching international learning environments in emerging study destinations.
  Keywords: emerging study destinations; higher education marketing; Indonesia; international students; pull factors; segmentation.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10075625
   
  
• Transforming higher education for SDG 4: the role of digital technologies  
  by Aisha Ansari, Haroon Bakari, Dina Metwally 
  Abstract: The post-pandemic era has accelerated digital transformation in higher education, yet there is a lack of critical reviews exploring how digital technologies support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education). This study addresses that gap by reviewing literature from 2019 to 2024 sourced from Scopus and Web of Science. Through content analysis, it examines the drivers of digital transformation in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), key technologies adopted, their impact on institutional functions, and implementation challenges. The review highlights how digital innovation can enhance access, quality, and equity in higher education in line with UNSDG-4. It also offers a conceptual model to guide HEIs in aligning digital initiatives with sustainable development goals. The findings have practical implications for HEI leaders, policymakers, and global stakeholders. The paper concludes with recommendations for future research, including prescriptive and empirical studies to assess the effectiveness of specific digital strategies in higher education contexts.
  Keywords: higher education sector; educational technology; education 4.0; entrepreneurial skills; sustainable development goal 4.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2027.10076090
   
  
• Educational resilience in crisis: a systematic literature review of higher education institutions  
  by Rachna Jain, Shikha Sharma 
  Abstract: The resilience of educational institutions, particularly in the face of unprecedented challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, has become a focal point for contemporary research. The study aims to explore the various dimensions of resilience within educational institutions, focusing on how resilience can be fostered to promote sustainable growth. The Systematic Literature Review (SLR), conducted using the PRISMA methodology, explores the multi-dimensional aspects of resilience within higher education, drawing from a diverse range of studies. Six key themes emerged through thematic coding: Student Resilience, Academic Resilience, Organisational Resilience, Resilience due to COVID-19, Social Support and Well-being and Resilience Framework. The analysis reveals that resilience among students and academics is not merely a personal trait but is significantly influenced by external support systems, institutional policies and socio-economic contexts. The review emphasises the importance of incorporating resilience-building strategies into HEIs to ensure sustainable growth and adversity resilience among policymakers, educators and students.
  Keywords: resilience; higher education; student; Covid19; social support; academic.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10076344
   
  
• Impact of higher education performance on students’ perceived employability: the mediating role of subjective well-being  
  by Ridha Bechri, Adel Bejaoui, Jamel-Eddine Gharbi 
  Abstract: This study examines the mechanisms through which higher education performance influences students’ perceived employability, with a specific focus on the mediating role of students’ subjective well-being. A quantitative survey of 406 students from a leading Tunisian university was analysed using structural equation modelling (AMOS-24). The results reveal no direct link between higher education performance and students’ perceived employability; rather, the relationship is fully mediated by students’ subjective well-being within the academic environment. These findings indicate that higher education institutions should complement academic enhancement with initiatives that prioritise psychological support, foster social engagement and improve students’ overall quality-of-life. Challenging traditional human capital models which posit a direct, linear relationship between education quality and career outcomes this study demonstrates that the impact of higher education on perceived employability is entirely mediated by students’ subjective well-being. This article contributes to existing theoretical frameworks by underscoring that employability development extends beyond the transmission of academic knowledge to the creation of an educational environment conducive to well-being.
  Keywords: awareness; full mediation; higher education performance; students’perceived employability; students’ well-being.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2027.10076470
   
  
• The perceptions of primary school teachers and the role of principals in the transformation of school units into learning organisations  
  by Vasiliki Brinia, Eleni Iliodromiti, Konstantina Antonopoulou, Alexandros Dimos, Christos Katsionis, Anna Kondea, Stavroula Marinopoulou 
  Abstract: The main aim of this research was to investigate the views of Primary school teachers on the issue of the educational transformation of schools and the role that principals play in this process. In particular, the benefits of the learning organisation, and the role of the principal and the teachers in the transformation are examined, as well as the recording of the main obstacles in implementing the transformation. A quantitative method was used and the findings of 240 teachers at primary schools were processed with the statistical package SPSS. From the data analysis, it emerged that the most important benefit of the transformation of schools into an educational institution is the development of a common vision with common goals among the members of the school unit and the improvement of the relationship among parents, students and teachers. The novelty of this study is in the assessment of Primary Education teachers’ perspectives of the transformational leader’s function and whether or not aspects of a learning organisation should be recorded in public schools. The present research aims to contribute to the findings that will be collected and analysed in the theoretical approach to the concept of learning organisation.
  Keywords: School units’ Transformation; Educational institution; Primary school Education; Leadership; Learning Organizations.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10076581
   
  
• Comparative study of non-formal education policies and resource management in Indonesia, Thailand and Philippines  
  by Elih Sudiapermana, Yanti Shantini, Ifa Hanifah Misbach, Asep Deni Gustiana, Ma Arsenia C. Gomez 
  Abstract: Non-Formal Education (NFE) is essential for expanding access to education in developing countries, particularly Indonesia, Philippines and Thailand. This study compares NFE policies and resource management strategies in these three nations, analysing their legal frameworks and challenges in achieving inclusivity. Using a qualitative approach, data were gathered through document analysis, stakeholder interviews and policy reviews. Findings reveal that while all three countries have established NFE policies, challenges persist, including limited funding, unequal resource distribution and teacher shortages. Indonesia's decentralised model allows flexibility but struggles with quality consistency. Philippines' hybrid Alternative Learning System (ALS) faces accessibility issues in remote areas. Thailand's centralised system emphasises vocational learning but has difficulties reaching ethnic minorities. To enhance NFE, Indonesia expands digital learning, the Philippines employs mobile units and Thailand integrates technology into vocational training. Strengthening public-private partnerships, digital platforms and policy coordination is crucial for sustainable and inclusive education.
  Keywords: non-formal education; NFE policy; ALS; resource management.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10073010
   
  
• Influence of innovative technology diffusion on digital performance: a study focusing on the employees working in higher education institutions  
  by Y.S. Kavitha, Prema Sankaran 
  Abstract: Digital transformation in higher education has introduced various innovative technologies to enrich education in line with Sustainable Development Goal 4 for education. The diffusion of these technologies into higher education institutions depends on various attributes of innovation. The present study is focused on the influence of various attributes of innovation on the digital performance of faculty members. A pilot study was carried out to understand the significance of innovation attributes. A survey was conducted from 398 respondent teachers working in higher education institutes across the state of Karnataka, India. The outcome of the work revealed a positive correlation between compatibility, trialability and relative advantage of innovative technology over the digital performance of the faculty members. Further, the study also revealed that the complexity of digital technology implemented in the higher education institutes has no significant influence on the digital work performance of faculty members. It also implies that faculty members experienced neither difficulty nor inconsistency when adopting digital technology in the workplace.
  Keywords: digital technology; higher education; employee digital performance; diffusion of innovation.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10072636
   
  
• Factors influencing educators' motivation in hybrid teaching: evidence from a developing nation  
  by Vengalarao Pachava, Abhilash Ponnam, Rachita Kashyap, Guniganti Sunitha 
  Abstract: This study explores the technological and infrastructural factors influencing faculty preferences for in-person, remote and hybrid teaching modalities in a developing nation. It also aims to assess how faculty members evaluate organisational support for infrastructural resources. Through a mixed-method approach, initial interviews with 40 faculty members were conducted, which informed the development of a broader questionnaire. Three hundred and fifty six (356) responses from the survey questionnaire were analysed using the Classification and Regression Tree (CART) algorithm. Results show that remote teaching is favoured when internet disruption are minimal and technological resources such as writing tablets or a dedicated LMS are provided. In contrast, hybrid teaching is preferred under conditions when an organisation gives access to a paid video conferencing app. The study further reveals that full organisational support is perceived when institutions provide essential tools like take-home laptops, high-tech classrooms and LMS access, while partial support is noted when some of these resources are lacking.
  Keywords: hybrid teaching; educator motivation; technological support; organisational support; developing nation; CART method.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10074736
   
  
• Academic performance and sense of purpose: the moderating role of family support among public university students  
  by Mohd Shahidan Shaari, Nur Salimah Alias, Faiz Masnan, Abdul Hayy Haziq Mohamad, Mohd Juraij Abd Rani 
  Abstract: This study contributes to the literature by demonstrating how academic performance directly strengthens students' sense of purpose and how family support amplifies this effect among 563 Malaysian public university students. The investigation was undertaken in 20 public universities, focusing on an undergraduate population of 681,000 students. A non-randomised sampling technique was used, specifically convenience sampling, to collect data efficiently. A statistical regression model was implemented to study the variable relationships. The results show that both academic performance and family support play a significant role in shaping students' sense of purpose, with academic performance having a stronger direct impact. Additionally, family support serves as a moderator, strengthening the meaningful connection between educational attainment and personal purpose. These findings emphasise the importance of academic achievement in boosting students' motivation, self-identity and long-term goals, while also highlighting the crucial role of family support in building resilience and goal-setting skills. Based on these insights, the study recommends that universities establish structured academic support and family engagement programs to reinforce student purpose and motivation. These findings can guide higher education institutions in designing initiatives that improve student resilience, reduce dropout risk and foster long-term goal setting.
  Keywords: sense of purpose; academic performance; family support; student motivation; higher education; Malaysia.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10074645
   
  
• Understanding university-industry linkages and training quality  
  by Anh Nguyen Thi Lan, Anh Dao Thi Van, Duy Van Nguyen, Dat Ngoc Nguyen 
  Abstract: Research on University-Industry Linkages (UIL) plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of university training. However, understanding enterprises by universities is also a key factor that improves training quality through UIL. This study aims to evaluate the impact of understanding enterprises on training quality via UIL. UIL is examined through three factors: knowledge transfer, research cooperation and technology transfer. Data were collected from 205 valid respondents, including staff and lecturers at universities in North-West Vietnam. The results of PLS-SEM using Smart-PLS version 4.0 indicate that understanding enterprises positively impacts training quality, and UIL also positively affects training quality. Signalling theory is utilised in this study to support and explain these results. Based on these findings, the authors propose several implications for enhancing training quality and UIL in North-West Vietnam.
  Keywords: universities-industry linkages; university quality; training quality; smart-PLS; North-West Vietnam.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJMIE.2026.10074452