Management of Leader Quality and Modern Leadership for Religious-Based Higher Education Improvement

This study aimed to analyze in depth and objectively the quality of modern management of leaders and leadership in religious-based higher education in Indonesia to find a model for higher education quality improvement. This research was based on a qualitative approach known as phenomenology. Data collection was carried out through participant observation by interview and document study. Data analysis and interpretation showed that: (1) The main problem was poor management quality; (2) Weak management quality was caused by nerveless leaders and leadership. This primary factor influences other factors, just as they all affect one another.