Happiness in Higher Education Leader

Ninik Setiyowati ()
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Ninik Setiyowati: Psychology Faculty, State University of Malang, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Irtaji Author-2-Workplace-Name: Psychology Faculty, State University of Malang, Indonesia

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Abstract: "Objective � This study examines Happiness Leaders in the higher education context. Methodology/Technique � Using Positive Psychology perspective, data were collected through an in-depth interview with 30 Indonesian heads of Department in some faculties of Higher Education Malang from December 2016 to February 2017. Respondents were selected using non-probability purposive sampling technique. Findings � The results of this study indicate that the respondents focused their happiness factor more on relationship (R) and meaningfulness (M), but less on positive emotion (P), engagement (E) and accomplishment (A). Almost all respondents agreed that good relationship ensured a sense of safety and comfort and helped gain social support, especially when they were in Bad Condition. Otherwise, most respondents tended to lack focus in setting targets and did not enjoy through the process of achieving the target. Responsibilities were exercised only to meet the demand of the institution. Novelty � This research developed five aspects: positive emotion, engagement, relationship, meaningfulness and accomplishment (PERMA) as a key question and tested it in the context of Indonesia."

Keywords: Happiness; PERMA; Qualitative; Positive Psychology. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: I21 J28 M54 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 6
Date: 2017-06-22
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Published in Journal of Management and Marketing Review, Volume 2, Issue 3

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