THE IMPACT OF LEADERSHIP STYLES ON DEPARTMENTAL HEAD PRODUCTIVITY IN MANAGEMENT SCIENCES: A CASE OF EKITI STATE UNIVERSITY

This study examined the impact of leadership styles on departmental head productivity in Management Sciences, using Ekiti State University as a case study. The research focused on identifying how different leadership styles influence workers’ performance, decision-making, communication, and overall departmental effectiveness. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive methods. The findings revealed that leadership style plays a significant role in determining the productivity and efficiency of departmental heads. Democratic leadership was found to encourage teamwork, motivation, and better performance, while autocratic leadership negatively affected staff morale and productivity. The study concluded that effective leadership enhances organizational growth and staff commitment. The research recommended that departmental heads adopt participative leadership approaches, improve communication with subordinates, and encourage staff involvement in decision-making processes to achieve higher productivity and organizational success.