Perceptions of Managers and Academic Experts about Islamic Management Components

Abstract

Background: Management is the most important factor in success and survival of organizations. Managers thus have decisive vital role in development of any organization. The purpose of this research was to assess the opinions and perceptions of executives and academic experts about Islamic management components. Methods: This study used qualitative content analysis to evaluate 14 academics who had experience or publications related to the topics of the research. To collect data, interviews were conducted to reach saturation. The main concepts of the interviews were then extracted. Results: The religious, Islamic government aims to restore peace, security, and social rights, not to intimidate people. The leader of an Islamic system should thus be committed to human dignity, values, regulations and divine laws. Islamic management appreciates evaluation, unity and harmony, tolerance, and consultation and communication with people. Mercy, compassion and kindness to the citizens are the prerequisites of an Islamic government. Conclusion: Islamic management is derived from the guidelines of Islam. The most important feature of this management method is to consider a holy goal for which no unacceptable measures should be performed. Keywords: Perceptions; Managers; Component of Management.