ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP IN THE TUNA ERA: NAVIGATING TURBULENCE, UNCERTAINTY, NOVELTY, AND AMBIGUITY IN HIGHER EDUCATION
Keywords:
TUNA era, academic leadership, higher education, uncertainty, innovation, strategic adaptability.Abstract
The TUNA era (Turbulence, Uncertainty, Novelty, and Ambiguity) signifies a paradigm shift
in higher education, characterized by heightened uncertainty, novelty, and ambiguity. This
study explores the challenges and opportunities faced by academic leaders amidst these
transformations, emphasizing the strategic skills required, including emotional intelligence,
innovation, and adaptability. It identifies that effective academic leadership necessitates an
inclusive, holistic, and value-based approach to address external pressures such as
technological advancements, globalization, and shifting societal expectations. By fostering
resilient leadership capacities, higher education institutions can proactively and strategically
respond to complexities, ensuring academic sustainability in an ever-evolving landscape.
