The Leadership Style of Islamic High School Principle in Decision Making

One of the determinants of the success of Madrasah Aliyah is the leadership factor, while the core of leadership is decision making, and the way of making decisions determines the leadership style of a leader. The purpose of this research is to know the leadership style in decision making. This research uses qualitative approach with descriptive method. Data collection techniques are observation, interview, and documentation. Data analysis uses learning method and study data, unity, categorization and interpretation. The results show that the leadership style of Madrasah Aliyah Principal uses an executive leadership style. This can be seen in the decision making principals of Madrasah who have excellent personality, and able to communicate by using two-way communication patterns. Success achieved, can be seen from the achievement of work programs and the achievements of learners. Keywords—leadership style; head of Madrasah Aliyah