The Influence of Learning Organization Influencing Core Competencies of School Directors under Vocational Education in Pattani Province

Abstract

This study aimed to: 1) investigate the level of learning organization and the core competencies of school directors, 2) examine the relationship between the learning organization and the core competencies of school directors, 3) identify the organizational factors influencing the core competencies of school directors, and 4) investigate guidelines to develop the learning organization and the core competencies of school directors. The sample group comprised 256 administrators and teachers from nine vocational education institutions in Pattani Province. The data were collected through questionnaires and semi-structured interviews with the administrators. The results showed that the learning organization was rated at the highest level, particularly on creating and sharing vision. The school directors’ core competencies were also at the highest level in every aspect, i.e., achievement orientation, service orientation, self-development, and teamwork. A statistically significant positive correlation was found, with self-development and teamwork showing the strongest relationships. Regression analysis revealed that creating and sharing vision and systems thinking were the most influential factors. The findings highlighted that strengthening learning organizations through clear goal setting, quality service, continuous learning, and open teamwork were crucial to enhance directors’ competencies and sustainably improving educational quality.