Examining Participative Management’s Impact on Curriculum Decisions in Secondary Schools through Collaboration.

This conceptual paper investigates participative management's influence on curriculum decision-making in secondary schools through the lens of collaborative leadership. The main question guiding this research is: How does participative management shape decision-making processes in curriculum development within secondary school contexts? An extensive literature review utilizing sources from (2020-2024) forms the basis of this study, drawing on scholarly articles, case studies and educational reports to examine current trends and challenges. Adopting an interpretive paradigm, the paper explores how participative management fosters collaborative leadership, potentially empowering teachers and school management teams to contribute actively to curriculum design and implementation. Findings are anticipated to reveal both the strengths and limitations of participative management in facilitating inclusive decision-making and promoting effective curriculum development. The significance of this study lies in its contribution to deeper insights on how collaborative leadership approaches can be cultivated to enhance curriculum design in secondary schools, ultimately benefiting student learning outcomes. These insights will inform school leaders, policymakers and educational stakeholders on the practical applications and potential impact of participative management strategies. Limitations of the study include its reliance on secondary data and conceptual analysis which may affect the generalizability of the findings across diverse educational settings.