Impact of Digital Transformation on Higher Education Management: A Theoretical Analysis

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jiem.202403307

Author(s)

Han Baijun

Affiliation(s)

School of Continuing Education, Wenzhou Business College, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China

Abstract

This study examines the impact of digital transformation on higher education management from a theoretical perspective. With rapid advancements in information technology, digital transformation has become a pivotal issue for global higher education institutions. Through literature review and theoretical model construction, this research analyzes how digital technologies alter core management elements in higher education. The paper first reviews the theoretical foundations of digital transformation, identifying key dimensions of its application in educational management. Using systemic analysis and international comparative studies, it explores different scenarios and transformations brought by digital technology in education management, focusing on the integrative innovation among people, institutions, and technology. The study identifies the multidimensional impacts of digital transformation on decision-making efficiency, resource allocation, teaching quality, and student experience through comprehensive literature analysis. Results indicate that digital transformation enhances management efficiency and transparency, promotes resource sharing and optimization, and fosters innovation in teaching and student learning experiences. However, challenges such as technological adaptability, data security, and privacy remain. The conclusion suggests that future higher education managers should prioritize digital strategy formulation and implementation and strengthen digital competencies to embrace opportunities and challenges in the digital era.

Keywords

Digital Transformation; Higher Education Management; Theoretical Perspective; Information Technology; Integrative Innovation

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