“Educational Leadership in Philosophical Perspective in Management: Concept and Theoriesâ€

João da Silva, Ali Imron Arifin and Juhariyanto
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João da Silva: Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Educational Science, State University of Malang English Department of Faculdade de Ciências da Educação Universidade Oriental Timor-Lorosa’e (UNITAL)
Ali Imron Arifin: Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Educational Science, State University of Malang
Juhariyanto: Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Educational Science, State University of Malang

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, 2025, vol. 10, issue 7, 132-144

Abstract: This piece discusses the Concept and Theory of Educational Leadership through a Management Philosophical Lens. The aim is to serve as a resource for leaders regarding philosophical views in leadership management within education, assisting them in directing an organization to support and aid their followers or subordinates in an educational setting. A philosophical foundation implies that performing tasks or enforcing control is grounded in a mindset that acknowledges both the advantageous and disadvantageous aspects. Educational leadership, viewed through a philosophical lens, can be described as ontology, a segment of metaphysics that addresses all that exists naturally on earth; and axiology, a realism theory emphasizing value, specifically that humans possess power and have objects. Fundamental character regarding knowledge; and epistemology encompasses all that is grounded in human understanding. The techniques used in this study involve gathering digital library research materials from digital books and journals across various websites prior to their presentation for publication. The outcome of this study, educational leadership from a philosophical viewpoint in management, concepts and theories grounded in ethics, focuses on the execution of leadership roles and functions within educational institutions, emphasizing conceptual and critical thinking skills. How to manage, coordinate, control, and oversee their role as a leader to operate effectively and efficiently for reaching the organization’s goals and to ensure future growth. In guiding their leadership with love, aesthetics, art, beauty, and goodness within the institutional organization. As a leader in performing their job through a management-based approach, critical thinking, ethics, and compliance, it is crucial to value and honor individuals as integral parts of a social organization. Ethics is equivalent to morals. A strong leader should exemplify positive progress for their subordinates and followers within an organization.

Date: 2025
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