The reality of the application of strategic management in the management of Asir education and its development mechanisms from the point of its employees

Abstract

This research aimed to identify the current state of strategic management implementation within the Aseer Education Department and explore mechanisms for its improvement from the perspective of its employees. Employing a descriptive approach, the study utilized a questionnaire to gather data from a sample of (190) staff members across various departments and offices in the Aseer region. The findings revealed that the respondents' perceptions regarding the implementation of strategic management phases (strategy formulation, implementation, and evaluation) within the Aseer Education Department were rated as "moderate". Additionally, no statistically significant differences were found in the respondents' views based on variables: (current job, years of experience, and educational qualification). Several mechanisms were proposed, including establishing a team to identify opportunities within the department's internal environment, engaging managers with staff at all levels in the strategy implementation process, preparing the department across all administrative and functional aspects, and coordinating among organizational units to define individual roles in strategy execution. Furthermore, recommendations were made to form a team dedicated to strategic management implementation within the Aseer Education Department, provide training for all staff members on strategic management practices, and establish a partnership between King Khalid University and the Aseer Education Department to enhance staff capabilities in strategic management implementation.