Date of Award
Spring 4-7-2025
Document Type
Dissertation (799 registration)
Degree Name
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership
Department
Graduate Studies
Committee Chair
Michael Coquyt
Keywords
leadership styles, community college, communication practices, job satisfaction, workplace culture, Midwest
Abstract
Employee turnover and attrition are not something that organizations look forward to. This is particularly significant at community colleges, where staff retention is important for stability and student success. While employees leave for a variety of reasons, dissatisfaction is one of the main reasons employees look for other jobs. This research seeks to answer the central question: How do different leadership styles and communication practices impact employee satisfaction levels at rural two-year community colleges? A mixed methods case study was conducted using survey and semi-structured interviews at four rural Midwestern colleges.
Recommended Citation
Kamath, Sudhir J., "Examining the Nexus of Communication, Leadership, and Employee Satisfaction in Community Colleges: A Mixed-Methods Exploration" (2025). Dissertations, Theses, and Projects. 1052.
https://red.mnstate.edu/thesis/1052
