Entrepreneurs in Private Higher Education: A Case Study of Education Entrepreneurs in a Middle Income Economy

2014 ◽  
pp. 209-249
Author(s):  
Seng P. Yeoh
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Private Higher Education ◽  
Middle Income

scholarly journals Predatory nursing journals: A case study of author prevalence and characteristics

2020 ◽  
pp. 096973302096821
Author(s):  
Sebastian Gabrielsson ◽  
Stefan Eriksson ◽  
Tove Godskesen
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Nursing Knowledge ◽  
Predatory Journals ◽  
Community Needs ◽  
Predatory Publishing ◽  
Quantitative Descriptive ◽  
Academic Positions

Background: Predatory publishing poses a fundamental threat to the development of nursing knowledge. Previous research has suggested that authors of papers published in predatory journals are mainly inexperienced researchers from low- and middle-income countries. Less attention has been paid to contributors from high-income countries. Aim: To describe the prevalence and characteristics of Swedish authors publishing in predatory nursing journals. Design: Quantitative descriptive case study. Participants and research context: Descriptive statistics were used to analyse the academic positions and academic affiliations of the authors of 39 papers published in predatory nursing journals during 2018 and 2019. Predatory nursing journals with Swedish contributors were identified by searching public listings of papers and applying a set of criteria. Journal site archives were used to identify additional papers with Swedish authors. Ethical considerations: This study was conducted in accordance with national regulations and ethical principles of research. Results: Almost two-thirds of Swedish authors publishing in predatory nursing journals hold senior academic positions. A small group of higher education institutions account for a majority of academic affiliations. Findings suggest that higher education institutions and experienced nursing researchers from Sweden make substantial contributions to predatory nursing journals, but that predatory publication habits might be concentrated in a limited number of academics and research milieus. A year-to-year comparison indicates that the prevalence of publishing in predatory journals might be diminishing. Discussion: Swedish nurse researchers help legitimize predatory journals, thus jeopardizing the trustworthiness of academic nursing knowledge. Substandard papers in predatory journals may pass as legitimate and be used to further academic careers. Experienced researchers are misleading junior colleagues, as joint publications might become embarrassments and liabilities. Conclusion: While the academic nursing community needs to address the problem of predatory publishing, there is some hope that educational efforts might have an effect on combating predatory publishing in nursing.

scholarly journals MANAGEMENT OF INTANGIBLE ASSETS IN PRIVATE HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS:

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 452-459
Author(s):  
Jaldemir Santana Batista Bezerra ◽  
Robélius De Bortoli
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Research Problem ◽  
Private Higher Education ◽  
Financial Impact ◽  
Academic Degree ◽  
Professional Qualification ◽  
Previous Discussion ◽  
The Universe

This article aims to evaluate the financial impact of teacher’s academic degree for Higher Education Institutions’ (HEI) management and answers the following research problem: what is the financial impact in HEI’s management in the incentive to teachers’ professional qualification and academic degree? Methodologically is about a case study inside the universe of private HEI which sample was chosen randomly. It was used descriptive statistics. For that it was shown data in four tables followed by their descriptions with previous discussion of results presented that reveals a big financial impact to HEI, which makes necessary the assertive decision making by the management.

scholarly journals THE IMPORTANCE AND CHALLENGES OF OUTCOME-BASED EDUCATION – A CASE STUDY IN A PRIVATE HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (Number 2) ◽  
pp. 253-278
Author(s):  
Poi Hun Sun ◽  
Sek Yan Lee
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Business School ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Private Higher Education ◽  
Higher Education Institution ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Continuous Quality ◽  
Outcome Based Education

Purpose – Given the importance of quality assurance and enhancement of curriculum in a higher education institution, it is vital to have a systematic process to measure students’ performance objectively and effectively for continuous improvement in the programme/curriculum. The purpose of this study is to analyse the process of setting up an Outcome-Based Education (OBE) system in a business school of a private higher education institution in Malaysia. The importance and challenges of the OBE system are discussed, while some recommendations for common issues are suggested. Methodology – Document analyses and observations were conducted on ten undergraduate programmes in the business school of a private higher education institution, from 2015 to 2019. These mechanisms are to assess and discuss the processes needed in implementing OBE; while the importance and challenges of having an OBE system in the business school are included. Findings – To have a smooth-running process of implementing an OBE system, proper planning needs to be in place. Data from the OBE system and its utilisation are essential to ensure continuous quality improvement to the curriculum and to give assurance to relevant stakeholders about the quality of graduates. There are several steps that are discussed in this paper to give pointers and guidance to other education institutions in setting up of the OBE process. However, it is undeniable that investment of time and effort is needed to ensure the smooth-running of the OBE establishment and maintenance. Significance – This study is essential to provide a guideline to relevant parties in setting up an OBE system in education institutions. An OBE system is needed to measure students’ performance objectively and effectively while enriching students’ learning experiences. This study will give pointers to the management of the education institution, policy makers, accrediting bodies and academics on implementing an OBE system in the education institutions.

scholarly journals Model for the diagnosis of quality in service processes: A case study applied to a private higher education institution

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 1702856
Author(s):  
Osiris Canciglieri Junior ◽  
Ronaldo Trentin Zierhut ◽  
Rosana Adami Mattioda ◽  
Carla Cristina Amodio Estorilio ◽  
Maria Teresinha Arns Steiner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Private Higher Education ◽  
Higher Education Institution

scholarly journals STRATEGIC PLANNING AT THE NEWLY ESTABLISHED PRIVATE HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION WITH FULL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM (CASE STUDY OF STIDKI AR RAHMAH SURABAYA)

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-34
Author(s):  
Ahmad Faiz Khudlari Thoha ◽  
Imam Hanafi Al Mufti
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Strategic Planning ◽  
Planning Process ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Private Higher Education ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Strategic Objectives ◽  
Strategic Issues ◽  
Scholarship Program

STIDKI Ar Rahmah was established in 2015 focusing on creating mosque managers having comprehensive skills: mosque management, fully Quran memorizing, and deep religion understanding. In its educational system, it provides full scholarship to the students funded by a number of institutional donors and individual ones. As a newly operating organization, STIDKI Ar Rahmah has not had clear plan of development and strategic iniciatives in reaching the established vision. Therefore, this study was aimed to perform strategic planning process of STIDKI Ar Rahmah development based on Balanced Scorecard model as a strategic planning model for other newly established private higher education institutions with full scholarship program. Qualitative research approach and case study method were used in this study. It started from examining the mission and vision statement of STIDKI Ar Rahmah. The step continued with identifying stakeholders’ values proposition, SWOT analysis, identifying strategic issues, and finally developing strategies through formulating strategic objectives clustered in strategic themes, measures, next five years targets, and strategic initiatives for reaching the targets. This study resulted the recommended statement of mission and vision, three strategic issues to overcome, 16 strategic objectives with their measures clustred in 4 strategic themes, targets, and initiatives.

Increase in the demand for private higher education: unmasking the “paradox”

2016 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 232-251 ◽  
Author(s):  
Evelyn Chiyevo Garwe
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Public Institutions ◽  
Private Higher Education ◽  
Private Institutions ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Private Higher Education Institutions

Purpose – It is considered a mystery by many people that, despite charging significantly higher fees when compared to public institutions, research has shown an increase in the demand and enrolments at private higher education institutions. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the critical factors considered by students when deciding to make private higher education institutions their institution of choice. Design/methodology/approach – The study uses a case study approach and draws data from all the six private higher education institutions in Zimbabwe. Self-administered questionnaires were given to students representing at least 5 per cent of the student enrolment and representing all gender, study disciplines and levels of study from each university. Findings – Irrespective of gender, six main factors influencing student choice were identified to be, in order of priority: access and opportunity; promotional information and marketing; reference or influence by others; quality of teaching and learning; fees and cost structure, and finally academic reputation and recognition. Research limitations/implications – The research was focused on a case study of Zimbabwe. Practical implications – The study has implications on the way private higher education institutions market, manage and sustain the quality of educational provision. The study therefore provides private institutions with useful and practical insights on what students want in their institution of choice. This will assist these institutions in strategising in order to sustain or gain competitive advantage and to maximise on the increasing demand for private education. Implications to government and public institutions are also given. Social implications – The study recognises the critical role played by private universities in improving access and recommends African Governments who face financial and resource constraints to fund and expand public universities to encourage private higher education as a meaningful and viable way to improve access and provide higher education opportunities to potential students. Originality/value – The study contributes to the current dearth of literature on factors influencing student choice to study with private institutions.

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