Why is reputation important to universities?

A happy student on their graduation day

A university’s reputation can be tough to measure and understand. In our ever more connected world, people’s perceptions of your institution can be affected by a plethora of factors and touchpoints.   But this challenge shouldn’t put institutions off from trying to understand and improve their reputation. Establishing a strong reputation for your institution is essential

Personalised learning: What is it and how can universities utilise it?

Personalised learning

Technological innovation, pedagogical evolution and changing educational priorities have contributed to the growing popularity of personalised learning amongst higher education institutions. Personalised learning is one such innovation.  In short, personalised learning is an educational approach that tailors instruction, content and pace to meet the individual needs, interests and abilities of each student. It emphasises student

The Student Recruiters: Craig Dove at the University of Sussex

Craig Dove, Acting Head of UK Student Recruitment at the University of Sussex

Students are the lifeblood of universities, and those that recruit them play a crucial part in enabling universities to achieve their enrolment goals. We spoke to Craig Dove, Acting Head of UK Student Recruitment at the University of Sussex about how he started in his student recruitment role, why he’s stuck around, and his favourite

How do you build a sustainable international recruitment strategy?

A teacher in a classroom full of students.

Enriching the student pipeline with Ben Webb, QS Regional Director for North America Global competition is increasing for the US higher education sector. Mid-tier institutions are facing growing domestic recruitment challenges and financial constraints, placing more emphasis on the need for sustainable international recruitment strategies to close the gap.   Historically, the US has been one

The UK’s most sustainable university: An interview with University of Manchester

An image of Dr Julian Skryme.

Based in the world’s first modern industrial city, the University of Manchester often finds itself at the forefront of change. Whether it’s welcoming the suffragette Christabel Pankhurst and her becoming their first female law graduate in 1906, or hosting Alan Turing as he worked on one of the world’s first computers, Manchester has a habit

Embracing technology for sustainable education with Veronica Omeni 

Sustainable education

In response to the increasing awareness of environmental and social issues, business schools and graduate management programmes are reshaping their approaches – preparing future leaders to navigate in a world focused on sustainable development.  According to the QS Employer Survey 2023, sustainability skills were found to be the fifth largest skills gap in Asia –

Balancing the scales: Sustainable strategies for international student recruitment

Wind turbines and solar panels

Written by Dr Helen Kelly, QS Principal Consultant for QS Insights Magazine The global higher education sector has undergone significant change in recent times. Senior leadership teams around the world find themselves grappling with the intricacies of juggling operational and strategic priorities amid the backdrop of financial constraints. A particular focus of concern is the complex relationship

Fostering agile and ethical leaders in a modern business landscape with Veronica Omeni 

Digital business landscape

The rapidly evolving global business landscape finds itself at a transformative crossroads driven by the fusion of technology and trade. This pivotal moment means businesses need agile and ethical leaders who are well-versed in the intricacies of information technology and data analytics. As we venture into uncharted territories in the digital age, business schools must