Governance in Higher Education

This book reflects the recent substantial developments in the education sector that have been driven by the rapid growth of technology and inventive pedagogical approaches. In the MENA region, educational institutions are striving to keep pace with global advancements while addressing unique regional challenges. Delving into two pivotal dimensions that have surfaced as vital for thriving in today's educational sphere, with a strong emphasis on the MENA region's distinct characteristics and opportunities, the book first explores the evolution and challenges in governance, encompassing the organizational frameworks, decision-making mechanisms, and policies that empower educational institutions in the MENA region to adapt to the shifting environment. The second dimension zeroes in on the metamorphosis of education itself, emphasizing the innovative tools, assignments, and methodologies that are accessible to educators in the region, and discussing the balance between these elements and effective university governance. By offering an exhaustive and up-to-date examination of these two dimensions, this book imparts invaluable insights and pragmatic guidance to educational professionals, policymakers, and students alike, all with a focus on the MENA region. Nehme Azoury is a Professor and Deputy-President for Research at the Holy Spirit University of Kaslik – USEK. He is Secretary General of the Arab Society of Faculties of Business Administration) and is one of the eight members of the scientific committee of Eduniversal, as a representative of the Eurasian region. He is the Editor-in-Chief of the Arab Economic & Business Journal and the Lebanese Journal of Economics and Management. Prof. Azoury is the author of ‘Business Education in the Middle East (2014)’ and ‘Business and Society in the Middle East (2017),’ both published by Palgrave Macmillan. Georges Yahchouchi is President of the American University of the Middle East. He is committed to excellence in higher education and expertise in academic leadership and has had a broad educational background and exposure to multicultural environments during his educational and professional career. Previously he was provost of Holy Spirit University of Kaslik.