The Relationship Between Student Leadership’s Development Program and Capacity Building Toward The Student Empowerment Program

Sendong Zhang; Juliet  Demalen

doi:10.52751/cmujs.2025.v1.assdhm73

Authors

Sendong Zhang Trinity University of Asia Author
Dr. Juliet Demalen Trinity University of Asia Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.52751/cmujs.2025.v1.assdhm73

Keywords:

Student Leadership Development, Leadership Capacity, Student Empowerment Program, Capacity Building

Abstract

The study aims to explore the relationship between student leadership development program and student leadership capacity building leading to the creation of a Student Empowerment Program to enhance students’ industry readiness and quality of life. It examines respondents' profiles, their assessments of student leadership development programs implemented in universities in Yantai City, Shandong Province, and the relationship between these programs and career success regarding leadership capacity-building dimensions (Personal, Interpersonal, Organizational). The researcher employed a descriptive-correlational research design, composed of 537 respondents from three selected universities. The study found that student leadership development programs have a strong and positive impact on students' leadership capacity building. These programs enhance personal, interpersonal, and organizational skills, preparing students for professional challenges. However, further improvement in fostering collaboration, offering balanced feedback, and tracking long-term progress is needed. The findings emphasize the need to design a comprehensive Student Empowerment Program to enhance leadership capabilities and career preparedness.

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