Governance in Higher Education

Over the years, the education sector has witnessed substantial transformations and developments, driven primarily by the rapid growth of technology and inventive pedagogical approaches. In the MENA region, these changes have been particularly noteworthy, as educational institutions are striving to keep pace with global advancements while addressing unique regional challenges.

Set against this backdrop, this book delves 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 first dimension 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 previous Deputy-President of Research at the Holy Spirit University of Kaslik - USEK. Former Dean of the Faculty of Business, he was the Secretary General of the Arab Society of Faculties of Business Administration Prof. Azoury has edited several books including, 'Business Education in the Middle East", "Business and Society in the Middle East- Exploring Responsible Practice," (2014) and Entrepreneurship and Social Entrepreneurship in the MENA Region,' (2022).?".

Georges Yahchouchi is President of the American University of the Middle East. Prof. Georges Yahchouchi 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. He is a Professor in Business Administration and is the author of several research papers in business, leadership, and educational management.