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 the process of internationalization in case of the New York University and its new ways in Abu Dhabi are specified in form of a case study.
A list of aspects is provided to support managers in their approach to develop a successful internationalization strategy.
Finally the paper will be summarized and completed by a final conclusion.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Higher Education in North America
2.1 Introduction to the Higher Education in USA
2.2 Introduction to the Higher Education in Canada
3. Meaning of Internationalization in the higher education industry
4. Rationales for industrialization
5. Description of the Higher Education industry regarding internationalization
5.1 Effect on economy
5.2 Conclusion
6. Internationalization of higher education industry
6.1 Classification of different forms of internationalization
6.1.1 Internationalization “at home”
6.1.2 Internationalization “abroad”
6.2 Analysis of the Canadian higher education
6.3 Analysis of the U.S. higher education
6.4 Case study: New York University
6.4.1 NYU’s international approach
6.4.2 NYU’s new ways in Abu Dhabi
6.4.3 Conclusion
7. Aspects of a successful internationalization strategy
8. Final conclusion
Objectives and Topics
This paper aims to develop a comprehensive framework for classifying various forms of internationalization within the higher education sectors of the U.S. and Canada, while providing strategic insights for institutional management.
- Analysis of the higher education landscape in the U.S. and Canada
- Definitions and rationales for institutional internationalization
- Economic impact of international students and research activities
- Comparative case study of New York University’s global expansion strategies
- Best practices and essential components for an effective internationalization strategy
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6.4 Case Study: New York University
The majority of American universities proclaim that they are pushing an ‘internationalization’ agenda; usually this means they welcome students from abroad and in-coming scholars, offer study abroad programs, and implanting internationalize curricula. A lot of these American universities sign memorandum of understandings with foreign institutes. The main outcome is the exchange of faculty and students across national borders. Some American universities have started opening study center in foreign cities which provide assistance to the student and faculty body when they are in this particular place and stared programs abroad at partner universities. The newest edition to the prestige’s New York University, a campus abroad at Abu Dhabi, confirms the university’s goal of being a truly global university.
6.4.1 NYU’s international approach
The NYU is ranked second regarding international students. The 6,404 foreign students make over 14% of the entire student body. In addition to the diversity among their scholars, NYU has established an international curriculum. Hence, an international center of study and an international distinction in a wide range of areas is no surprise. (Institute of International Education, 2009)
Summary of Chapters
1. Introduction: Presents the scope of the paper, focusing on the growth of the higher education industry and the purpose of establishing an internationalization framework.
2. Higher Education in North America: Provides an overview of the structural, governance, and financial aspects of the higher education sectors in the U.S. and Canada.
3. Meaning of Internationalization in the higher education industry: Discusses the evolution of the term and establishes a working definition focused on integrating an international dimension into institutional functions.
4. Rationales for industrialization: Examines the underlying motivations for internationalization, categorized into national and institutional levels.
5. Description of the Higher Education industry regarding internationalization: Defines the industry from an economic perspective, focusing on employment and the financial impact of international student enrollment.
6. Internationalization of higher education industry: Develops a classification framework for internationalization and presents a comparative analysis of selected institutions in the U.S. and Canada, including a case study of NYU.
7. Aspects of a successful internationalization strategy: Outlines administrative requirements, including mission statements, policy planning, and communication structures for implementing successful strategies.
8. Final conclusion: Synthesizes the findings, noting the correlation between institutional reputation and internationalization efforts.
Keywords
Internationalization, Higher Education, United States, Canada, Institutional Strategy, Student Enrollment, Global Dimension, Governance, Academic Quality, NYU, Branch Campus, Cross-border Education, Economic Impact, University Strategy, Global Network.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research?
This paper examines the internationalization of the higher education industry in the U.S. and Canada, focusing on how institutions integrate global dimensions into their core activities.
What are the main thematic areas covered?
The paper covers the structure of North American higher education, definitions of internationalization, economic impacts, institutional classification models, and strategic management practices.
What is the main objective of this study?
The goal is to develop a framework for classifying internationalization efforts and to provide a checklist for managers to successfully implement such strategies.
Which methodology is applied in this work?
The paper utilizes a qualitative framework approach based on established internationalization models, applied to a selection of ten universities from each country to compare their international standing.
What is analyzed in the main body of the text?
The main body analyzes rationales for internationalization, economic data, and specific institutional practices, followed by a detailed case study of New York University’s expansion efforts.
Which keywords best characterize this research?
Key terms include internationalization, higher education, U.S./Canada education systems, global network, institutional reputation, and strategic management.
How does the U.S. differ from Canada regarding university governance?
The paper highlights that while both rely on provincial or state-level governance, the U.S. system is heavily influenced by private, for-profit entities and varied accreditation processes, whereas Canadian systems are more decentralized across provinces.
What makes NYU’s approach to internationalization unique?
NYU is presented as a pioneer in establishing full-scale operational branch campuses abroad, such as the Abu Dhabi campus, moving beyond simple student exchange programs.
Why is reputation a key factor for internationalization?
The study concludes that reputation is essential for attracting fee-paying international students and investors; institutions lacking high prestige often struggle to advance on the internationalization ladder.
- Quote paper
- Oliver Kolasch (Author), 2009, The internationalisation of the higher education industry: the case of universities in the US & Canada, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/141332
