Unveiling the Power of Transformational Leadership in Faith-Based Schools Through Systematic Literature Review

Nuniek Rahmatika; Suyatno; Nhelbourne K. Mohammad; Dody Hartanto; Abduljabbar Abdullah

doi:10.56741/ijlree.v4i02.878

Authors

Nuniek Rahmatika
nuniekrahmatika.mpi03@gmail.com
Universitas Ahmad Dahlan https://orcid.org/0009-0007-9967-7407
Suyatno Universitas Ahmad Dahlan https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5796-6100
Nhelbourne K. Mohammad Western Philippines University https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3318-7791
Dody Hartanto Universitas Ahmad Dahlan https://orcid.org/0009-0001-1804-4701
Abduljabbar Abdullah Ummul Qura Qurtuba Islamic Institution

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56741/ijlree.v4i02.878

Keywords:

Faith-Based Schools, Systematic Literature Review, Transformational Leadership

Abstract

This study aims to explore the impact of transformational leadership in faith-based schools through a systematic literature review. It investigates how religious values and spiritual principles shape leadership styles and school performance. By analyzing various studies, this research highlights how transformational leadership rooted in religious values can drive increased motivation and engagement among staff and students in pursuit of educational excellence. The findings indicate that leadership approaches integrating spiritual, moral, and social awareness enhance both professional effectiveness and personal well-being among school leaders. Faith-based school leaders utilize religious values as a resource to strengthen transformational leadership practices. Integrating principles such as service, sacrifice, and compassion, derived from religious doctrines, enhances leadership efficacy and fosters a value-centered educational climate. This study makes a significant contribution to improving the quality of education and leadership in faith-based schools.

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Author Biographies

Nuniek Rahmatika, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

is a lecturer at Universitas Islam Cirebon, Indonesia. She holds a Master’s degree in Educational Management from Universitas Ahmad Dahlan (UAD), Yogyakarta, and is currently pursuing a Doctoral degree in Education at the same university. Her research interests focus on educational management, faith-based schools, and student character development. She is actively involved in teaching, research, and academic collaborations related to Islamic education and character-building in school settings. (email: nuniekrahmatika.mpi03@gmail.com).

Suyatno, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

is a Professor in the Doctoral Program of Education at Universitas Ahmad Dahlan (UAD), Yogyakarta, Indonesia. He earned his Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degrees in Islamic Education from Universitas Islam Negeri (UIN) Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta, completing his Ph.D. in 2013. As a senior academic, he is actively engaged in teaching, research, and academic supervision at the postgraduate level. His scholarly interests focus on Islamic education, educational philosophy, character education, and transformative learning in Islamic contexts. Prof. Suyatno is also known for his contributions to curriculum development and policy discourse in Islamic higher education in Indonesia. (email: suyatno@mp.uad.ac.id).

Nhelbourne K. Mohammad, Western Philippines University

is an educator and researcher specializing in global educational systems, Islamic studies, and social sciences. He is a permanent faculty member at Western Philippines University (WPU), Palawan, and serves as the Director of the Office for Cultural Inclusivity, promoting diversity and cultural understanding for minority and indigenous communities. He holds a PhD in Comparative Education from Shaanxi Normal University, China, and a Doctorate in Islamic Studies from Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang, Indonesia. With extensive teaching experience in various institutions, he has also published research indexed in Scopus and Web of Science and frequently speaks at international conferences. (email: nk.mohammad@wpu.edu.ph).

Dody Hartanto, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

is an Associate Professor (Lektor Kepala) in the Guidance and Counseling Department at Universitas Ahmad Dahlan (UAD), Yogyakarta, Indonesia. He earned his Doctoral degree in Education from Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia in 2019, following a Master's degree in Education from the same university in 2010 and a Bachelor's degree in Education from Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta in 2006. He is actively involved in teaching, research, and academic supervision, with a focus on guidance and counseling, educational psychology, student well-being, and the development of counseling models for schools and higher education institutions. His academic contributions also include publications in national and international journals. email: dody.hartanto@bk.uad.ac.id).

Abduljabbar Abdullah, Ummul Qura Qurtuba Islamic Institution

is a lecturer at Ummul Qura Qurtuba Islamic Institution in Rio Tuba, Philippines. He is an alumnus of the University of Arabia Raiwind in Pakistan, where he specialized in Hadith studies. His academic and teaching interests include Hadith sciences, Islamic jurisprudence, and the integration of classical Islamic knowledge with contemporary religious education. Ustadz Abduljabbar is actively involved in community-based religious instruction and is committed to nurturing a deeper understanding of Islamic teachings among students in the southern Philippines. (email: llantoabduljabbar@gmail.com).

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