The Influence of the Manager on the Employees in Higher Education Institutions in Israel.

Abstract

This study investigates the relationship between the manager's management style, employee relations, and organizational productivity within higher education institutions in Israel. a mixed-methods research approach was used. The primary research question explores the existence of a relationship between these factors, while five research sub-questions focus on employees' and managers' perceptions of employee relationships, the impact of the school manager's leadership, and the influence of employee relationships on productivity. Four hypotheses predict differences in employees' and managers' perceptions, the manager's significant influence on employee relationships, the effect of employee relationships on productivity, and the impact of the manager's leadership on productivity. The mixed-methods research methodology addresses the limited data and research available on the manager's influence Higher Education Institutions in Israel. Findings from the quantitative and qualitative analyses reveal a significant relationship between the manager's leadership style, employee relations, and organizational productivity in Higher Education Institutions in Israel. The results also emphasize the importance of effective leadership and strong employee relationships in fostering a productive work environment in educational institutions. The study's implications for educational policymakers and administrators stress the need for investing in professional development, promoting collaboration among employees, and fostering a healthy work environment. This study contributes to understanding factors affecting productivity in Higher Education Institutions in Israel by examining the role of leadership and employee relationships.