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Peer reviewedTurner, David; Pratt, John – Higher Education Review, 1990
The article examines changes in British funding policies under the Education Reform Act of 1988 to stress competitive bidding by higher education institutions. The methodology and theory of the new approach are explained, as is the concept of equilibria in decision theory underlying the approach. Noted also are responses of institutions. (DB)
Descriptors: Competition, Decision Making, Federal Aid, Federal Legislation
Peer reviewedRallo, Joseph C. – International Studies Notes, 1991
Urges the internationalization of the engineering curriculum to prepare students for the rigors of global competition in the international marketplace. Lists accreditation pressures and market incentives as barriers to needed diversity. Discusses engineering programs at several schools. Concludes that interdisciplinary inquiry is needed to provide…
Descriptors: Competition, Curriculum Development, Economic Opportunities, Educational Objectives
Peer reviewedJulius, Daniel J. – Higher Education Management, 1997
Examines ways Chinese universities are evolving due to an emerging free market economy. Identifies organizational trends associated with societal transformation. Trends discussed include institutional consolidation for improved revenue generation, competition for admission in new disciplines, and faculty professionalization and demand for…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Faculty, Competition, Developing Nations
