Competencies of A Strategic Leader Driving Internationalization: A Practical Guide

By Yazrina Yahya (PhD)

Competencies of a Strategic Leader: Driving Internationalization: A Practical Guide seeks to define and deepen the understanding of strategic leadership within the context of higher education. Through the lens of internationalization, this guide clarifies the unique role of strategic leaders in fostering global engagement, building international partnerships, and enhancing cross-cultural understanding within their institutions. By providing tools for self-assessment, skill-building exercises, and actionable strategies, this guide aims to strengthen the core competencies that leaders need to thrive in an increasingly interconnected academic world.

More than just a guide on leadership competencies, this resource also emphasizes the importance of sustainable growth and continuous improvement. With dedicated sections leaders are equipped with frameworks to evaluate progress, adjust tactics, and ensure lasting impact. These approaches are essential for institutions striving not only to achieve but to sustain their internationalization goals amid the ever-changing global landscape.

This guidebook also addresses the importance of preparing the next generation of strategic leaders. By instilling a global mindset, and creating an inclusive environment, future leaders can help shape institutions that stand as exemplars of educational excellence and global citizenship. Through structured pathways and illustrative case studies, both current and emerging leaders will gain a comprehensive understanding of the competencies required to steer their institutions successfully through the complexities of internationalization.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DXZYFQV8
• ISBN13: 9798309511983
• Release Date: February 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.7" x 9.6"