University management : challenges, perspectives and strategies / edited by Marina Dabić (professor of international entrepreneurship and international business, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Zagreb, University of Dubrovnik, Croatia, School of Economics and Business, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia), Jurica Pavičić (professor of marketing, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Zagreb, Croatia), Nebojša Stojčić (professor of economics, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Dubrovnik, Croatia), Ronald S.J. Tuninga (rector and professor of marketing and international business, Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences, the Netherlands, and emeritus professor of marketing and international business, Kingston University, UK).

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Dabić, Marina, editor.

Pavičić, Jurica, editor.

Stojčić, Nebojša, editor.

Tuninga, Ronald S. J., editor.

Edward Elgar Publishing, publisher.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Education, Higher--Administration.

Education, Higher.

Universities and colleges--Administration.

Universities and colleges.

School management and organization.

Genre:

Electronic books.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (292 pages)

Place of Publication:

Northampton : Edward Elgar Publishing, 2026.

Summary:

"This timely book explores how today's universities navigate a rapidly changing world shaped by globalisation, digital transformation and shifting student expectations. Combining theory with practical insights, the book reveals how institutions develop tailored strategies to remain relevant, inclusive and innovative. Drawing on case studies from diverse settings, expert contributors assess the key challenges higher education institutions face and highlight how universities tailor strategies based on local, national and global dynamics. Example topics include funding pressures, quality assurance checks, internationalisation, technological developments and environmental sustainability. Chapters visualise how universities make decisions, balance competing priorities and build resilience. Ultimately, this book fosters forward-looking thinking, helping readers understand and anticipate emerging trends and challenges in higher education. University Management is a valuable resource for university leaders and senior administrators, as well as higher education policy-makers and consultants, seeking conceptual frameworks and strategies for managing institutions in times of transformation. Researchers, scholars and students in education studies interested in the challenges universities face will also benefit from the discourse on university governance in this book"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Contents: Foreword / Andrew Maynard

Introduction: Shifting foundations of the modern university / Marina Dabić, Jurica Pavičić, Nebojša Stojčić and Ronald S.J. Tuninga

1. Do multiple accreditation seals make a difference in students' perceived service quality? / Jos M.C. Schijns

2. Internationalization and collaboration / Ulrich Hommel, Martin Meyer, Jonah M. Otto and Jamie Snow

3. Digital transformation and technological challenges / Mehmet Ertas, Buri̇n Kırlar-Can and Metin Kozak

4. Reimaging university missions to respond to the sustainable / Development Goals / Nigel Healey

5. Promoting multilingualism and transcultural communication in higher education / Zheng Yihui and Hu Kang

6. Student mental health and well-being / Sanja Zoranić

7. Student-professor relationships and their psychological well- being / Irena Miljković Krečar and Dubravka Miljković

8. Ethics and integrity in university governance: Foundations for trust and excellence / Ana Marušić

9. Universities at the AI crossroads: Ethical and strategic implementation of generative ai in higher education / Sebastian Porsdam Mann, Hossein Dabbagh, Ruth Horak and Brian D. Earp

10. Reimagining higher education: Strategic lessons in AI and digital innovation from asu and thunderbird school of global management / Charla Griffy-Brown and Mark Chun

11. The impact of tuition waivers on enrollments in Italian higher education institutions / Chiara Alberti-, Alice Civera, Michele Meoli and Stefano Paleari

12. Concluding reflections: Towards resilient and purposeful universities / Marina Dabic, Jurica Pavičić, Nebojša Stojčić, and Ronald S.J. Tuninga.

Notes:

Description based on print record.

ISBN:

9781035342877 (e-book)

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.