LEADERSHIP SELF-EFFICACY: DEVELOPMENT OF A MEASURE FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS

Nicole Cannonier
Savannah State University

Vicky Katsioloudes
West Chester University

ABSTRACT

The purpose of this study was to present a pilot study that introduces a new multi-
dimensional scale for measuring student leadership self-efficacy. The model was tested on a large
sample of college students. Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses were performed. The
generated student leadership self-efficacy scale comprised of items for three correlated constructs
(self-awareness, collaboration, and change adaptation). Social Cognitive Theory and the Input-
Environment-Outcomes Model provided the theoretical and conceptual foundation of the measure.
The final results of this study suggest the feasibility of this student leadership self-efficacy scale.

Keywords: leadership self-efficacy, prior leadership experiences, student leadership development, social
cognitive theory, inputs-environment-outcomes model