Designing a model for developing managers' managerial skills: Using grounded theory as a field of managerial studies in educational management

The purpose of this study was to design a model for the development of managerial skills of managers using grounded theory as a field of management studies in educational management. The research method was applied in purpose and descriptive in terms of data collection method which was done using a cross-sectional survey approach. The validity of the research was determined by the triangulation method and its reliability was verified by inter-coder agreement method. Meta-analysis, content analysis, and MAXQDA ‌software was used to analyze the qualitative data. Finally, 3 dimensions, 13 components, and 65 indicators were extracted. Findings of the study showed that the dimensions of managers' managerial skills include an individual dimension (self-awareness, stress management, effective problem solving management), an interpersonal dimension (constructive communication skills, effective motivation skills, impact skills, conflict management skills) and a group dimension (skills delegation, team skills, leadership skills for positive change, application of technology, application of management requirements). Based on the obtained findings, the proposed model had a relatively "acceptable" fit and was confirmed.