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Title: Perceived Factors Affecting the Strategy Implementation Practices in Comprehensive Universities in Ethiopia
Language: English
Authors: Manaye Abera Shamelo, Jeilu Oumer Hassen, Demoze Degefa Alemu
Source: Educational Planning. 2026 33(1):75-94.
Availability: International Society for Educational Planning. 2903 Ashlawn Drive, Blacksburg, VA 24060. Tel: 770-833-1948; Web site: http://isep.info/educational-planning-journal
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 20
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Educational Strategies, Universities, Strategic Planning, Program Implementation, Resource Allocation, Stakeholders, College Administration, Higher Education, Empowerment, Organizational Culture
Geographic Terms: Ethiopia
ISSN: 1537-873X
2998-7067
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to assess factors influencing the strategy implementation practices in public comprehensive universities in Ethiopia. A quantitative research method with Simple random sampling method was used to pick up 320 participants across the eight comprehensive universities in Ethiopia, in which 317 participants responded. Questionnaires were utilized to collect data for the study, which was then analyzed using SPSS version 27. Descriptive analysis, such as mean values and standard deviation, and regression analysis were utilized. The study concludes that strategic leadership, top management commitment, resource allocation, communication, stakeholder's involvement, employee empowerment, organizational structure and culture and other organizational aspect positively influence strategic implementation. Based on the finding, the study recommended that for effective implementation of strategy implementation, comprehensive universities should strive to embrace effective leadership and management commitment, resource allocation, effective communication, organizational structure and culture, and employee empowerment.
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Entry Date: 2026
Accession Number: EJ1500597
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