Psychological Dimensions of Madrasah Heads in Educational Leadership Decision Making: A Case Study at MA Al Washoya Ngoro Jombang

Abstract

The head of the madrasah plays the role of the top management responsible for making strategic decisions in the management of the institution. The decision-making process is inseparable from psychological factors, especially the mindset and how to assess the situation in responding to the dynamics of the madrasah. This study aims to examine the role of the psychological dimension of madrasah heads, including perception, attribution, and emotion management, in the decision-making process at Madrasah Aliyah Al Washoya Ngoro Jombang. A qualitative approach with a case study design is used to understand in depth the subjective meaning of leadership experience, with data collection techniques in the form of in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation. Data analysis is carried out interactively through reduction, presentation, and a conclusion drawn. The results of the study show that positive perceptions help madrasah heads build collaborative and conducive working relationships, fair attribution encourages the creation of a sense of security for teachers, and emotional stability can strengthen wise decision-making. These three psychological dimensions contribute to shaping reflective, empathetic, and Islamic values-based decision-making. Intervention in the effectiveness of madrasah leadership is not only determined by managerial competence, but also by the psychological maturity of the leader in managing the social dynamics of education.