The Transformation of Modern University Governance Models in the Context of Globalization in Higher Education

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jhet.202515333

Author(s)

Xuejia Tu

Affiliation(s)

School of Marxism, Dali University, Dali, Yunnan, China

Abstract

Driven by globalization and digitalization, the governance models of higher education are undergoing profound changes. This study explores the impact mechanisms of globalization on higher education governance, analyzes the challenges of balancing public and market logics, the blurring of responsibilities among multiple stakeholders, and the lag of institutional adaptation to technological change. It proposes strategies for future governance, including building adaptive governance mechanisms, optimizing multi-stakeholder collaborative frameworks, and promoting institutional innovations that balance technological empowerment with value preservation. These strategies aim to address the challenges posed by globalization and drive innovation in higher education governance models.

Keywords

Higher Education; Globalization; Modern Universities; Governance Models

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