Mergers mean bigger but not always better

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the increasing levels of collaboration between universities are discussed. Particular focus is given to the compromises in quality that the homogenization of higher education can bring, despite the inherent financial benefits of administrative unification.

Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, Universities and colleges

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Time to stop the rot in rich and poor countries

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the standards of higher education in the Commonwealth countries and in Great Britain are discussed, with focus on the cost students pay for higher education and on the government's investments in academic research and facilities.

Poor, Commonwealth of Nations

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It's not who you know, but what you know

Article Abstract:

The Commonwealth of Learning was founded twelve years ago in 1987 and many changes have occurred since then. In 2001 the organisation still promotes access to education for all and funding has been provided for new initiatives.

Management, Commonwealth of Learning

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