Internationalization Strategies Of German Universities

Author : Ulrich Bremer
Publisher : Springer
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05-08
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783658221331

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Internationalization Strategies of German Universities by Ulrich Bremer Pdf

Ulrich Bremer examines the internationalization process of German public research universities, extracts multiple expected factors of impact from existing theory, tests them against data and thus delivers implications for research and practice. Strategy-based international partnerships, specialization and university size represent most relevant factors. The complex interplay of strategy and leadership are shown, a framework for their assessment is provided and conclusions in the fields of digitalization, uncontrolled migration and growing nationalism are drawn.

Author : Lea Oesemann
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2022-03-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783346612625

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Differences in internationalization strategies of higher education institutions in Germany and the United States. Can the strategies benefit from each other? by Lea Oesemann Pdf

Seminar paper from the year 2022 in the subject Business economics - Miscellaneous, grade: 1,7, University of Augsburg, language: English, abstract: Ever thought about a semester abroad? Which student has never been asked this question or never asked himself? In our increasingly globalized world, it has become a matter of course that even undergraduate education is often international in nature. Learning and improving another language, getting to know other cultures and versatile teaching styles but also challenging flexibility and adaptability to new environments are elementary parts of a stay abroad. Especially these points are interesting aspects on which international and globalized companies put a lot of emphasis when someone is applying for a job. These versatile advantages for the students, research teachers and future employers are desired by the educational institution university from completely different aspects. This is because the internationalization rate of an educational institution is a very special measurement figure in the global comparison of higher education institutions. The attractiveness factor of universities can be determined by a high ratio of international students. An increase in the quota results in a positive response from potential international students, as they explicitly look for an educational institution that meets their wishes for international exchange opportunities. This attraction factor, in turn, increases the internationalization rate, potentially leading students to choose the more internationalized higher education institution in the future. The partnership of universities is a very enriching factor for the exchange between lecturers as well as between students for the universities. The partnership of universities is a very enriching factor for the exchange between lecturers as well as between students for the universities. Once cross-university partnerships exist or have been established, it is straightforward for higher education institutions to create an attractive offer for international students. In order to achieve these goals of universities to attract international students, various internationalization strategies exist worldwide. Although these cannot be captured in their completeness in students' individual decisions, they contribute strongly to the decision-making process.

Author : Stefan Schwan
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2008-12-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783640222322

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Internationalisation of German Higher Education by Stefan Schwan Pdf

Master's Thesis from the year 2004 in the subject Business economics - Didactics, Economic Pedagogy, grade: 1,3, European University Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder), 82 entries in the bibliography, language: English, abstract: This study does not focus on the “powerhouses” of internationalisation but rather at the possibilities of an “average” university with up to now rather average numbers of foreign students and an average degree of overall internationalisation. The University of Bielefeld is taken as one example, of how internationalisation can be implemented, what the key processes of internationalisation are and which steps should be taken to foster internationalisation in the future. The first part of this study is having a look at what internationalisation of universities is and how the idea has developed historically. he paper then in the second part describes the main stakeholders and their role in the internationalisation of higher education. In part three and four the key drivers of internationalisation for universities in general and German institutions of higher education in particular are identified. Therefore this paper outlines first the general global trends in higher education in part three and than focuses on specific German and European developments in part four. Special attention will be drawn on the legal changes in the German system of higher education and the EU-harmonisation process. In Chapter five the competitive forces like new market entrants and substitutes will be looked at. The sixth part will describe the specific motivation for internationalisation at the UoB and sketch the environmental situation of the university like the history of the institution, geographical aspects, its profile etc. It then focuses on strategy formulated so far. Parts seven and eight examine the internationalisation efforts on the side of resource allocation and international programmes. The last chapter tries to summarize the strengths and weaknesses of the internationalisation process at the UoB and to derive recommendations for a coherent future strategy of internationalisation. This part is opening perspectives for chances, but also tries to focus on the dangers for the UoB. Therefore in the preceding parts the internationalisation efforts and its effects will be analysed and compared to developments at other universities focussing especially on other universities in North Rhine Westphalia (NRW), but also worldwide.

Author : Otto Hüther,Georg Krücken
Publisher : Springer
Page : 263 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2018-02-16
Category : Education
ISBN : 9783319614793

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Higher Education in Germany—Recent Developments in an International Perspective by Otto Hüther,Georg Krücken Pdf

Otto Hüther and Georg Krücken analyze the developments of the last 20 years in their new book on German higher education. The foreign observer of German higher education, even the informed foreign observer, struggles to find denominators, not to mention common denominators of a bewildering array of approaches. Otto Hüther and Georg Krücken, in this book, do an absolutely splendid job of offering theoretical perspectives, qualitative and quantitative data, and comparative assessments This book discusses the main higher education structures in Germany, both conceptually and with a particular emphasis on recent developments like, e.g., the growth and differentiation of the system, governance reforms, and the Excellence Initiative. It analyses recent developments from an international perspective, as the German system is clearly embedded in broader, transnational trends. As such, the book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of both new dynamics and stable paths in the German higher education system. This book will be of interest to scholars and students dealing with higher education or Germany as an object of study (e.g. in education research, science studies, organization studies, sociology, psychology, political science), and to higher education managers, leaders, and policymakers who are interested in recent trends in German higher education

Author : Oliver Kolasch
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 85 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Education and globalization
ISBN : 9783640512041

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The Internationalisation of the Higher Education Industry: the Case of Universities in the US & Canada by Oliver Kolasch Pdf

Seminar paper from the year 2009 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 1,3, University of Applied Sciences Bonn-Rhein-Sieg; Rheinbach, language: English, abstract: The higher education industry nowadays is a multibillion dollar business and even expected to grow in the future. Higher education institutions of the Anglophone countries have been very successful in the past decades in progressing towards internationalization. As others for instance German institutions lag behind, it could be very interesting to take a look at the higher education industry of countries like the U.S. and Canada. The purpose of this paper is to develop a framework which serves for a classification of different forms of internationalization in the higher education industry in the U.S. and Canada. Furthermore some important aspects and a checklist will be added to give the reader a solid overview of certain conditions for an internationalization strategy. It addresses people which are interested in the higher education industry, especially in the context of internationalization. For this reason, it is designed for people, who are working in the higher education industry as well as students. At the beginning there will be a short introduction into higher education of both countries as the definition of higher education differs from country to country. Subsequently the meaning of the term internationalization will be described. Having clarified the meaning, rationales for internationalization are given both at the national and institutional level. In the context of internationalization, the paper provides statistical data of the higher education industry of both countries, focusing on the effect of internationalization on the economy. After this profound information, the paper enters the main part of the topic. A framework is described, which serves to classify the different forms of internationalization in the US and Canada. In addition t

Author : Daniela Heidtmann
Publisher : Diplomica Verlag
Page : 125 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2011-10
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783842864276

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International strategic alliances and cultural diversity - German companies getting involved in Iran, India and China by Daniela Heidtmann Pdf

Business is increasingly affected by the impacts of globalization. The technological progress, as well as monetary systems have made prices comparable beyond borders. If German companies want to withstand the global competition, they have to develop sustainable internationalization strategies. Since the risks of entering into a strategic alliance are comparatively low in contrast to other internationalization options, this topic has gained in importance. But a sound preparation is inevitable in order to succeed. While technological and economical risks of alliances can be reduced easily by a solid preparation, the social risks are highly dependent on the individuals involved and thus hard to prevent. Especially in international strategic alliances including the additional complexity of different national cultures, social problems can be of high importance. German companies which prefer to enter into foreign markets should carefully get acquainted with the foreign country?s cultural norms and values. Up to today, many approaches have been made to define culture and various studies have been performed driven by the desire to understand and provide explanations for cultural differences. The results of those studies can be used to evaluate the impacts of a national culture and its specifics on strategic alliances. Yet, a theoretical study of a foreign culture cannot replace practical experiences. However, it can provide a starting point which helps to understand and accept the behavior of a foreign culture. Research results provide a good foundation for the identification of basic assumptions which underlie a foreign national culture. The general framework of another culture can be investigated, understood, and even be learned to a certain extent. Nevertheless, nothing can substitute personal experiences with another culture and its specific beliefs and values. Due to the enormous population, especially in China and India, broadly diversified cultural norms and values according to cultural subcategories can be presumed. As the volume of international trade is likely to further grow, German companies will be faced with internationalization strategies also in the future. If they want to gain a sustainable competitive advantage while going international, German companies will continuously be forced to deal with cultural matters. A broadly diversified workforce will contribute to this understanding and hence to the international success. Nevertheless, the cultural values and beliefs of a nation cannot be completely generalized. Rather, geographical differences and other cultural subcategories have to be borne in mind. Some studies about cultural differences have already included such approaches to regional or religious differences, but further research is necessary in this field. Yet, social risks in international strategic alliances which are related to the individuals involved can never be excluded altogether.

Author : Alexander P. Hansen,Annette Doll,Ajit Varma
Publisher : Springer
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2019-07-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789811371356

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Management Careers Made in Germany by Alexander P. Hansen,Annette Doll,Ajit Varma Pdf

This book reveals how to provide the leaders of tomorrow with the right education for a management career Made in Germany. It explains how private universities in Germany are helping to maintain the country’s respected educational standards, while also enriching them with exemplary services for international students. The book is intended as a practical guide, addressing any concerns students may have when considering studying at a private German university: admissions, visa, teaching quality and formats, tuition, degrees, subjects, housing, food, security, industry connections, and international job placement and leadership. It provides concrete strategies on how students can unlock their personal earning potential and how to find a top job at a national or multinational company. The authors demonstrate that a German university degree will generate rapid return on investment. Real-life success stories show how a degree from a private German university can pave the way for international professional success.

Author : Jakub Eberle,Alister Miskimmon
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2022-06-23
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781000607895

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International Theory and German Foreign Policy by Jakub Eberle,Alister Miskimmon Pdf

The central aim of this book is to foster connections between scholarly discussions of German foreign policy and broader theoretical debates in International Relations and beyond. While there has been a lively discussion about ‘new German foreign policy’, this book argues that it has not engaged substantially with international and foreign policy theory, especially with respect to its more recent developments. Reviewing the recent literature on German foreign policy, this book posits that the most discussed works are still largely provided by the ‘Altmeister’ (Maull, Szabo, Bulmer and Paterson) who were already dominating the field a quarter of a century ago. While there is a general decline in the academic study of German foreign policy, the chapters in this edited volume show that a range of novel, theoretically sophisticated but often disconnected scholarship has appeared on the margins. This book contributes to this emerging work by providing conceptual interrogations, which question the existing research and provide theoretically-grounded alternatives; initiating critical discussions and evaluations of the nature of Germany’s actorness and the environment in which it operates and proposing applications of less familiar perspectives on German foreign policy. The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of German Politics.

Author : T. K. Das
Publisher : IAP
Page : 351 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2012-06-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781617357565

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Management Dynamics in Strategic Alliances by T. K. Das Pdf

Management Dynamics in Strategic Alliances is a volume in the book series Research in Strategic Alliances that will focus on providing a robust and comprehensive forum for new scholarship in the field of strategic alliances. In particular, the books in the series will cover new views of interdisciplinary theoretical frameworks and models, significant practical problems of alliance organization and management, and emerging areas of inquiry. The series will also include comprehensive empirical studies of selected segments of business, economic, industrial, government, and non-profit activities with wide prevalence of strategic alliances. Through the ongoing release of focused topical titles, this book series will seek to disseminate theoretical insights and practical management information that will enable interested professionals to gain a rigorous and comprehensive understanding of the field of strategic alliances. Management Dynamics in Strategic Alliances contains contributions by leading scholars in the field of strategic alliance research. The 12 chapters in this volume cover a number of significant topics relating to the management of strategic alliances. The chapters discuss both the broader issues, such as governance structure choice, dynamics of alliance conditions, co-evolutionary dynamics, learning dynamics, and the management of internal tensions, and the more focused problems of controls in interfirm settings, dilemmas of cooperation, value creation in alliance portfolios, and alliance management experiences in the construction and automobile industries. The chapters include empirical as well as conceptual treatments of the selected topics, and collectively present a wide-ranging review of the management dynamics in strategic alliances.

Author : Stephen B. Tallman
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 355 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781847208859

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A New Generation in International Strategic Management by Stephen B. Tallman Pdf

Stephen Tallman has put together an excellent tome by high-quality emerging scholars that provides cutting edge knowledge on the field of international strategy. The coverage is thorough, including more traditional topics such as the outcomes of internationalization (e.g., performance, innovation, risk reduction) and market entry modes of cross-border M&As and alliances, while also exploring unique and important topics such as investment in global cities and the development of new organizational forms. It is a must read for graduate students and scholars interested in international strategy. Michael A. Hitt, Texas A&M University, US This book comprises eighteen cutting edge chapters by emerging scholars in international strategy, offering a variety of fresh perspectives on critical issues that the field will face in the near future. These young scholars have unique and innovative thoughts about international strategy, which are well ahead of the mainstream of international business academics. Various topics are addressed, including the rise of outsourcing and the global spread of research and development activities; structural innovations by multinational firms, with particular attention to organizing for the efficient transfer of knowledge resources within networks of alliances; and new ways of considering the effects of location, focusing on the relative importance of regional clusters and countries and the impact of geographical and cultural distance on international strategies. Stephen Tallman has geared the book to an academic audience, specifically faculty and graduate students in international business, international management, and global strategy. Sophisticated international business practitioners will also find it an interesting read.

Author : Vikrant Shirodkar,Roger Strange,Steven McGuire
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2019-12-21
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783030350741

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Non-market Strategies in International Business by Vikrant Shirodkar,Roger Strange,Steven McGuire Pdf

The Academy of International Business (UK and Ireland Chapter) Published in association with the UK and Ireland Chapter of the Academy of International Business. This book provides theoretical and empirical insights into non-market political and social strategies that firms use when conducting international business. Political strategies include activities such as lobbying, campaign contributions, and using political ties and connections as a means of influencing policy making. Likewise, firms also engage in various social responsibility activities to maintain a good image in society and to improve their legitimacy and reputation when operating globally. Multinational enterprises (MNEs) face various challenges in implementing non-market strategies due to institutional differences between their home and host contexts. Presenting fresh perspectives from a cast of international contributors, this book offers academics, students, and practitioners a greater understanding of how non-market strategies can be effective in international business.

Author : Birgit Henriksen,Anne Holmen,Joyce Kling
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2018-07-17
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780429850639

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English Medium Instruction in Multilingual and Multicultural Universities by Birgit Henriksen,Anne Holmen,Joyce Kling Pdf

English Medium Instruction in Multilingual and Multicultural Universities analyses the issues related to EMI at both a local and international level and provides a broad perspective on this topic. Drawing on field studies from a Northern European context and based primarily on research carried out at the University of Copenhagen, this book: introduces a topical global issue that is central to the higher education research agenda; identifies the issues and challenges involved in EMI in relation to central linguistic, pedagogical, sociolinguistic and socio-cultural concepts; captures university lecturers’ experiences in the midst of curricular change and presents reflections on ways to navigate professionally in English to meet the demands of the multilingual and multicultural classroom. English Medium Instruction in Multilingual and Multicultural Universities is key reading for researchers, pre- and in-service teachers, university management, educational planners, and advanced students with an interest in EMI and the multilingual, multicultural university setting.

Author : International Council on the Future of the University. German Universities Commission
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Universities and colleges
ISBN : 0930160010

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Report on German Universities by International Council on the Future of the University. German Universities Commission Pdf

Author : Hans de Wit,Andrés Bernasconi,Visnja Car,Fiona Hunter,Michael James,Daniela Véliz
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2018-08-02
Category : Education
ISBN : 9789004382091

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Identity and Internationalization in Catholic Universities by Hans de Wit,Andrés Bernasconi,Visnja Car,Fiona Hunter,Michael James,Daniela Véliz Pdf

Identity and Internationalization in Catholic Universities explores the relationship between Catholic identity, mission (with special emphasis on Jesuit and La Salle universities), and internationalization in Catholic universities of different types and located in different contexts: Latin America, Asia-Pacific and Europe.

Author : Heiko Biehl,Bastian Giegerich,Alexandra Jonas
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2013-04-09
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783658011680

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Strategic Cultures in Europe by Heiko Biehl,Bastian Giegerich,Alexandra Jonas Pdf

European countries work together in crisis management, conflict prevention and many other aspects of security and defence policy. Closer cooperation in this policy arena seems to be the only viable way forward to address contemporary security challenges. Yet, despite the repeated interaction, fundamental assumptions about security and defence remain remarkably distinct across European nations. This book offers a comparative analysis of the security and defence policies of all 27 EU member states and Turkey, drawing on the concept of ‘strategic culture’, in order to examine the chances and obstacles for closer security and defence cooperation across the continent. Along the lines of a consistent analytical framework, international experts provide case studies of the current security and defence policies in Europe as well as their historical and cultural roots. ​