Despite a decline in MBA interest, business schools are quickly trying to adapt to the evolving demands of a new generation of students. Article written for QS Insights Magazine by Seb Murray. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, MBA programmes worldwide experienced a surge in applications as individuals sought shelter from economic uncertainty. However,
How can universities in India increase their social impact efforts?
Social sustainability — encompassing social impact and community engagement — continues to gain prominence within organisations worldwide, including higher education. Universities are increasingly integrating social efforts into their operations. Students, faculty, staff and local communities experience numerous benefits when institutions implement robust social sustainability strategies. According to the QS International Student Survey 2023, 46% of
What is in-country representation, and what’s the benefit?
Establishing a global presence is becoming increasingly important for American universities as domestic enrolments fall. How can in-country representation help you realize your internationalization strategy? Global competition for international students is increasing, with American universities realizing they now need to proactively recruit them in the wake of dwindling domestic enrollments. Beyond using the correct communication
QS World University Rankings: Impact on Arab region’s higher education landscape
Over the past decade, the QS Arab Region University Rankings 2024 have offered a distinctive perspective on the advancement and evolution of higher education in the region. With a specific focus on the Arab Region, this ranking provides a context-driven examination of the intricacies of Middle Eastern higher education. It has served as a valuable
Insights for the APAIE 2024 Conference
Collaboration and sustainable impact were the two key strands of the APAIE 2024 Conference. Jeroen Prinsen, QS Executive Director for APAC, headed to Perth on 4-8 March to join higher education leaders from the APAC region and delegations from across the globe. We spoke to him for his perspective on how innovative approaches to partnership
Empowering the next generation of workers through skills-first learning
Universities must take action to prepare the incoming generation of students for today’s workplace. There are multiple driving forces changing the shape of work and the required skills for the future – rapid technological advancements, social demographic shifts, personal purpose and responsibility, changes in business and economy, and sustainability. That’s according to Samit Lotlikar, Institutional
Inspiring change on International Women’s Day with Cecilia Paredes
In higher education, International Women’s Day serves as a poignant moment to reflect on progress made towards gender equality and inclusion – while also acknowledging the challenges that persist. Looking at women’s roles in academia, we unravel narratives of resilience, empowerment and innovation. From trailblazing scholars and researchers to visionary leaders shaping institutional policies, the
The Student Recruiters: Anita Sandham at the University of Sheffield
Student recruitment teams have a wide-ranging role, with international travel just as common as doing the accommodation tour. At their core though, they’re helping students make a life-changing decision, and offering guidance to make sure it’s the right one for them. In a conversation with Anita Sandham, Regional Manager, China PRC and Taiwan, at the