Stratification of Regional Higher Education Systems
https://doi.org/10.15826/umpa.2023.04.033
Abstract
The article examines the emerging trend of stratification of higher education institutions in Russia. Educational stratification, considered as one of the tools of state regulation, on the one hand, stimulates universities to improve their ranking indicators, and on the other hand, may limit the innovative potential of the region, constraining the development of its industrial capacity. The author uses the concept of «regional educational system of higher education» as a category reflecting the set of functioning higher education institutions in the region, allowing to assess the scientific and personnel potential of the region and its ability to address current issues. The quality of such a system in the region is determined by the demand for services from local universities, the uniqueness and balance of the educational programs they offer, and the activity in conducting relevant scientific research. Based on the analysis conducted, a conclusion is drawn on the need for regional authorities to pay more attention to the development of local universities, involving them in processes addressing current regional issues considering the existing employment structure and demand for educational services in the region. The final part of the article identifies a possible list of indicators based on which the position of the regional educational system should be evaluated relative to other regions, conducting monitoring to assess administrative influence on university education in the region.
About the Author
O. M. Roy
Institute of Philosophy and Law, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Oleg M. Roy ‒ Dr. hub (Sociology), Professor, Leading Researcher, Institute of Philosophy and Law
16 Sofji Kovalevskoi st., Ekaterinburg, 620108
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Roy O.M. Stratification of Regional Higher Education Systems. University Management: Practice and Analysis. 2023;27(4):65-75. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.15826/umpa.2023.04.033
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