Transactional leadership: A bibliometric analysis about one of the most effective leadership models in the word

Abstract

The objective of this study is to examine how the development trends and distribution of research on transactional leadership are conducted by experts worldwide. Transactional leadership stands as one of the most influential and widely-recognized models on a global scale. A considerable volume of research has been conducted by experts in the realm of transactional leadership. The method employed in this study is a qualitative approach utilizing a literature review methodology. The data source utilized for this study is the Scopus database, with the keyword "transactional leadership." The findings of this study reveal a substantial and consistent increase in transactional leadership studies, as evidenced by the publication of 266 documents over the past decade. Furthermore, there was a notable overall uptrend, with 45 documents published in 2020. In terms of publication volume, Dartey-Baah, K emerged as a prolific author in the field of transactional leadership studies, with a significant portion of contributions originating from the United Kingdom, which serves as a key hub for international networks engaged in transactional leadership research. The most extensively explored topics encompass the study of transformational leadership, transformational performance, its effects, roles, and the impact on employees. Future research endeavors focusing on transactional leadership should consider subjects such as the Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ), the role of leadership moderators, knowledge sharing, and gender.