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Internationalization, Higher Education, and Competitiveness

In: New Perspectives on Internationalization and Competitiveness

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  • Ángel Cabrera

    (George Mason University)

  • Callie Renard

    (George Mason University)

Abstract

Competitiveness, higher education and internationalization are deeply intertwined. However due to changing conditions, the existing university business model is becoming unsustainable. Universities will have to adapt in order to meet future challenges, attract students and maintain quality while making higher education more accessible. In addition to increasing the reach and quality of higher education in America and thereby fueling our international competitiveness, we also need to ensure that students get the most from their experiences while at college thus allowing them to be more competitive in the global marketplace. One important way we are doing this is through internationalization. In terms of enhancing our competitiveness through the internationalization of higher education, the United States is falling behind, particularly when compared to China. This paper provides policy recommendations such as increasing the length of study abroad programs, including a language component and developing more joint degree programs that will ensure that the US and its graduates continue to remain competitive in the future.

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  • Ángel Cabrera & Callie Renard, 2015. "Internationalization, Higher Education, and Competitiveness," Springer Books, in: Eskil Ullberg (ed.), New Perspectives on Internationalization and Competitiveness, edition 127, chapter 0, pages 11-16, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-3-319-11979-3_2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-11979-3_2
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