EXPLORING THE ROLE OF GOVERNANCE IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF EDUCATION MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS

نویسندگان

  • Sand Jourdain Jeduthun Master’s Degree Student, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon
  • Youmba Agape Love Master’s Degree Student, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon
  • Emmanuel Ndjebakal Souck Associate Professor, Faculty of Education, The University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46827/ejes.v13i2.6503

کلمات کلیدی:

Education Management Information System (EMIS), governance, qualitative analysis, developing countries

چکیده

Education Management Information Systems (EMIS) is a powerful tool most institutions rely on to be the smart "brain" of our education systems, as it turns school data (like test scores and budgets) into clear insights for leaders. However, in many developing countries, these expensive, complex systems frequently don't deliver the expected results.
This research argues that the problem isn't the technology itself, but the people and processes controlling it. A great EMIS framework is necessary, but useless without strong governance. Using a focused analysis of past studies and policies from diverse contexts (including South Africa, Malawi, Uganda, and Ghana), this paper investigates the crucial role of leadership, community involvement, and accountability in making EMIS work. We found clear, repeated challenges: leaders lacking commitment, key stakeholders being left out, and weak systems for tracking performance. The findings concluded that strong governance is the most important factor for EMIS success. To fix this, we recommend that countries stop focusing primarily on buying new software and start focusing on strategic management. This research offers clear steps that policymakers and administrators (for example, in Cameroon) can use to ensure their investment in EMIS finally leads to real, sustained educational improvement. 

 

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بیوگرافی نویسندگان

  • Sand Jourdain Jeduthun، Master’s Degree Student, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon

    Sand Jourdain Jeduthun is an educator, techno-pedagogue, and researcher specializing in the integration of information systems within educational frameworks. His professional scope extends into the study of modern parenting, exploring the intersection of family dynamics, technology, and child development. With a diverse academic foundation that includes a Master’s degree in Educational Sciences, a professional teaching diploma in ICT, and a full undergraduate cycle in Mathematical Economics, he analyzes educational challenges through a unique lens that blends pedagogical, technical, and socio-economic perspectives. His international teaching experience across primary and secondary levels in Cameroon, Russia, and American-curriculum schools informs his practical approach to curriculum development and technology-enhanced learning. His research and publications focus on education management information systems, digital learning tools, and the analysis of student engagement through digital traces. He is currently advancing his work in educational technology and preparing for further doctoral research.

  • Youmba Agape Love، Master’s Degree Student, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon

    Youmba Agape Love is a researcher and petroleum engineer whose work bridges the energy sector and interdisciplinary academic studies. Her professional expertise is rooted in petroleum engineering, with a specialized thesis project on the challenges, technologies, and legislation surrounding offshore completion. Her research scope actively explores the transition to renewable energies, examining the technical and policy frameworks required for sustainable energy systems. As a scholarly collaborator, her co-authored publications in international journals explore themes at the intersection of education, governance, and technology. This dual focus allows her to contribute a valuable, systems-engineering perspective to discussions on institutional effectiveness, educational governance, and sustainable development.

  • Emmanuel Ndjebakal Souck، Associate Professor, Faculty of Education, The University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon

    Emmanuel Ndjebakal Souck, Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Curriculum and Evaluation at the Faculty of Education, University of Yaoundé I, focuses his research on the analysis of multifaceted educational governance, the sustainable management of educational institutions, and the effectiveness of school systems. His expertise is extensive experience in higher education, academic supervision, and participation in several higher education reform initiatives in Cameroon.

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چاپ شده

2026-01-24

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دوره 13 شماره 2 (2026)

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