The Role of Principal Leadership and the Implementation of Strategic Planning in Improving Learning Quality: A Qualitative Study at MI Mardhatillah Tanjung Marbu, Rambutan District

Fitriyani Fitriyani

Authors

Fitriyani Fitriyani Universitas PGRI Palembang Author

Keywords:

Principal Leadership, Strategic Planning, Learning Quality, MI, Qualitative Research

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to describe how school principal leadership and the implementation of strategic planning can improve the quality of learning outcomes at Madrasah Ibtidaiyyah (MI) in the Rambutan District. This study employed a qualitative approach with a descriptive type. The subjects of this study included the principal, teachers, and educational staff at MI Mardhatillah Tanjung Marbu, located in Rambutan District, Banyuasin Regency. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and document analysis, and then analyzed thematically through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings of this study show that the principal plays a crucial role in improving learning outcomes, particularly through visionary, participatory, and motivational leadership. In addition, the implementation of strategic planning has a positive impact on the management of educational programs, teachers’ skill development, and the effectiveness of teaching implementation. The collaboration between the principal’s leadership and strategic planning implementation has been proven to create a positive learning environment and influence the improvement of students’ learning outcomes.

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