Keyword: university
Being Dean of a Professional School
Being the dean of a professional school in a university can be an exciting yet challenging career move. Some thoughts on why these jobs are difficult and some tips are offered from experience. (full article)
Launching New Universities in Emerging Economies
In emerging economies where many new universities are being developed, launch-critical aspects are under-recognized in the planning stages. New universities that are successfully launched and are sustainable have common characteristics right from the time that serious planning begins: a) clarity of vision and purpose, b) good governance, c) sound understanding of the market, d) early hiring of an experienced academic leader, e) a detailed faculty recruitment plan, f) academic policies in place before students matriculate and g) a formal (if) transitional organizational structure. (full article)