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Is it time to rethink university rankings?

The PIE News

When MBA student Nitin Bishnoi decided he wanted to go to business school, there was no doubt where he would start his search: the rankings. They have become so embedded within higher education that the idea of not checking the rankings before choosing a degree seems outlandish. Because well, who wouldnt?

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QS World University Rankings: Imperial scores surprise second place

The PIE News

Despite their featuring in the top ten, both UK and US universities are beginning to slip in terms of their overall dominance on the ranking, QS noted. We hope that a thoughtful approach will be taken to avoid unintended negative impacts on students, universities, and Australia’s global competitiveness,” she said.

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Of 250 institutions analyzed, why did Harvard University rank last in free speech?

University Business

The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) and College Pulse have released their annual ranking on campus free speech , and one of the most prestigious universities in the nation received the lowest score possible: a fat zero. But Harvard is not the only elite college featured in such an unflattering spot.

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QS boss wins lifetime achievement award at PIE Live Europe 2025

The PIE News

Delegates at the two-day conference heard key immigration updates , debated the future of the ELT sector and highlighted the value that international students bring to the UK. Famed for its university rankings , QS has expanded under Quacquarelli’s leadership to employ more than 900 people from over 30 countries.

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How market shifts are impacting Chinese agencies

The PIE News

However, the total number of students has not recovered as expected post-Covid. Consequently, the market looks challenging, increasing the difficulty of student recruitment for foreign institutions that traditionally rely on agencies. Some aggregators take the stance: “Every university is welcome on my platform.

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How Washington Monthly’s college ranking really promotes the inexpensive underdog

University Business

-based nonprofit magazine released its annual college ranking on Monday, aiming to combat the cog of mainstream narratives the publication believes are skewing the sector’s reputation. “In While Tulane University may be touted by U.S. While Tulane University may be touted by U.S.

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Education providers pivot to TNE in price-sensitive Pakistan

The PIE News

Speaking at The PIE Live Europe 2025, Stuart Smith, CEO of pathway provider NCUK , said Pakistans position as a growing yet price-sensitive market opens exciting opportunities for students to earn their qualifications before transitioning to a high-quality university in the UK or elsewhere.