SCHOOL LEADERSHIP AND FUNDING PRACTICES OF HIGHER INSTITUTIONS
SCHOOL LEADERSHIP AND FUNDING PRACTICES OF HIGHER INSTITUTIONS

Summary/Abstract: Financing university education presents a major challenge for the Nigerian population. This study examines the impact of school leadership, specifically governance structures and stakeholder participation, and funding practices in higher education. A purposive sampling technique was used to select 450 participants from Nigerian public universities. Data were analyzed using Smart PLS tools to assess the relationship between school leadership management and funding practices. The findings indicate that strong governance structures and active stakeholder participation significantly enhance the effectiveness of funding practices in higher education institutions. These factors contribute to improved resource utilization and accountability. To strengthen higher education funding, universities should implement robust governance frameworks and encourage stakeholder involvement in decision-making processes. This approach ensures transparency, democratic governance, and sustainable financial practices. This study provides empirical evidence on the positive correlation between school leadership management and effective funding practices, contributing to the limited research on governance and financial sustainability in Nigerian higher education.

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