Abstract The purpose of this study was to identify the factors affecting the institutionalization of authentic leadership in the Islamic Azad University of Tehran in 2019. This study was performed qualitatively and quantitatively (mixed). For this purpose. 12 experts in the field of management in higher education were purposefully selected and interviewed semi-structured. https://www.alarecre.com/American-Flag-Color-Block-iPhone-14-Waterproof-Case-p12619/