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Research Summary: Heads of department's networking in academic institutions: the enablers, benefits and disenablers
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- Frontiers in Education
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- Aziz Shuaib Ausi
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- 8 October 2026
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- 1 min
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- Knowledge Resource
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A qualitative study explored the networking activities of heads of department (HoDs) within a Ghanaian university, identifying how their administrative duties and participation in faculty activities facilitate connections and collaborations. The research aimed to bridge a gap in the existing literature on this specific aspect of academic leadership.
Why it matters
Understanding the mechanisms and benefits of internal networking among heads of department is crucial for fostering effective institutional operations and inter-departmental collaboration. This insight can inform strategies to enhance leadership effectiveness and promote a cohesive organizational culture within academic settings.
Key insights
- Heads of department actively engage in networking within their university.
- Networking is significantly enabled by the execution of faculty activities.
- Participation in committees, boards, and shared administrative duties are key facilitators of professional connections for HoDs.
- The study employed a phenomenological design and Social Network Theory, based on interviews with 17 HoDs at a Ghanaian university.
Source
Frontiers in Education — https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/feduc.2026.1704896
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