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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. But we never ask what makes them a good school.”

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Campus sustainability: Where the U.S. lands in the world rankings

University Business

universities ranked in the top 10 in the latest global campus sustainability rankings. The UI GreenMetric World University Rankings measured sustainability efforts and institutional improvements at nearly 1,500 institutions in 95 countries. The highest-ranked U.S. The University of Connecticut placed 10th.

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QS rankings: US and UK unis lead but Asian countries excel

The PIE News

Of these, 20% (384 entries) have risen, 33% (627 entries) have remained stable, and 39% (731 entries) have dropped, while 141 new UK entries featured in the QS World University Rankings by Subject this year. Singapore has experienced even more dramatic gains, with top 10 entries soaring from eight to 34 a remarkable 325% increase.

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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. Porr 241 Duquesne University 25.25 Poor 242 Northwestern University 23.95

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Cambridge Education Group collaborates on new pathway program with Dutch uni

The PIE News

The course was designed to introduce students to the core concepts of their chosen field of study, and upon completion, students are invited to join Wittenborg’s Business School. The course’s 60 ECTS credits allows the students direct access to all Dutch Universities, 11 ranking within the top 250 QS World University rankings.

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Oregon colleges and universities among beneficiaries of new research designation for smaller institutions

University Business

Oregon is now home to eight colleges and universities ranked among the top research institutions in the U.S. Schools with the strongest research foundations have been deemed Research 1 or R1 universities followed by Research 2 or R2. Read more at OPB.

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How market shifts are impacting Chinese agencies

The PIE News

While university rankings were once the primary determinant, factors such as career prospects, student experience, and the quality of life in the chosen city are now gaining greater importance. University rankings remain a key factor influencing their employment decisions.