Institutional amalgamation in higher education

Institutional amalgamation in higher education is used to change not only the structure, function and character of individual institutions, but also that of national systems of higher education. Examines some of the reasons why colleges and universities amalgamate and illustrates the importance of m...

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Published in:Journal of education policy 1989-01, Vol.4 (Jan-Mar 89), p.23-37
Main Author: Meek, V L
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Amalgamation
Australia
Higher education
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Summary:Institutional amalgamation in higher education is used to change not only the structure, function and character of individual institutions, but also that of national systems of higher education. Examines some of the reasons why colleges and universities amalgamate and illustrates the importance of merger at the national systems level through a detailed examination of the merger experience in Australia and the UK. (Abstract amended)
ISSN:0268-0939