SOCIO-PSYCHOLOGICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF THE SUBORDINATION FACTOR IN THE ACTIVITIES OF HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS OF HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

Abstract

This article analyzes the socio-psychological significance of the subordination factor

in the activities of department heads at higher education institutions. Drawing on theoretical views of

foreign and local scholars, as well as data from an author-developed questionnaire, the study assesses the

level of subordination in university departments in Uzbekistan. The paper identifies constructive and

destructive aspects of subordination and presents practical recommendations for improving leadership

effectiveness