This capstone project aimed to assess the leadership competencies and challenges of
student leaders as the foundation for proposing recommendations in developing an
effective Leadership Enhancement Program. The research focused on evaluating key
leadership elements such as communication and interpersonal skills, decision-making
and problem-solving, teamwork and collaboration, and responsibility, accountability, and
ethical leadership. Data were gathered from seventy-one (71) college student leaders
representing various departments of St. Dominic Savio College through a validated
survey questionnaire. The findings revealed that student leaders possess strong
leadership competencies, particularly in communication, teamwork, and ethical
responsibility. However, the results also showed several challenges, including difficulty
balancing academics and leadership duties, time management concerns, limited
participation of members, and insufficient administrative support. The study concludes
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that while student leaders exhibit commendable leadership qualities, there remains a
need for structured support and continuous development. Thus, the researchers
formulated recommendations for the creation of a Leadership Enhancement Program that
addresses identified gaps and strengthens leadership skills. The proposed
recommendations aim to guide future initiatives that promote responsible, ethical, and
service-oriented student leadership within St. Dominic Savio College.