Transformational Leadership, Task Significance, Occupational Self-efficacy, and Work Engagement of University Lecturers in China

Abstract

The objective of this study is to conduct a thorough examination of work engagement and its factors that influence among university lecturers in China. This will broaden the focus and give useful knowledge for improving work engagement within this selected group. Through an extensive literature review, this study identifies transformational leadership, task significance, and occupational self-efficacy as crucial factors influencing work engagement in higher education institutions. By integrating these theoretical frameworks with the current educational landscape this study presents a promising avenue for empirical research to further explore these relationships as well as enhancing educational environment in higher education institutions in developing countries.