Knowing the Need to Develop Islamic Leadership among University Students: Teachers’ Perspective

Abstract

The study explores the need to develop Islamic leadership among university students, focusing on the perceptions of university teachers through the lens of key variables derived from the perceptions of teachers: moral and spiritual necessity, current education system, and qualities of Islamic leadership. The rapid involvement of modern culture in universities, such as the curriculum, culture, leadership gaps, the vast exposure of social media, and the current society scenario demands leaders who are clearer about Islamic leadership. The study employs a qualitative interpretivist paradigm to examine the perception of teachers, analyzed using thematic analysis (Braun & Clarke, 2006). The findings of the study showed that there is a dire need to develop Islamic leadership among students, as moral and spiritual necessity is the need of this era. The recommendations included that policies and plans should include Islamic leadership as a top priority, and the integration of the curriculum is very necessary.