Institutional Reputation Research Articles

Modelling Fuzzy Analytical Network Process for Sustainability Criteria of Malaysia Higher Education Institutions

Sustainable development (SD) plays greater roles in the advancement of Higher Education Institutions (HEI). Yet, criteria for sustainable criteria must be re-defined, specifically in the context of Malaysian HEI. Accordingly, the aim of this study is to identify the sustainability criteria for HEI in Malaysia using Fuzzy Analytical Network Process (F-ANP). Methods used in this study is equipped with Chang’s extent analysis to calculate the local weights for both criteria and sub-criteria based on pairwise comparison evaluations, while the global weights were derived by multiplication operations with the inner dependence weights. Three criteria and nine sub-criteria were identified and analyses thoroughly using six steps of F-ANP for Malaysia HEI sustainability assessment. Based on the numerical results, the sub-criteria “research” scored the highest weights as compared to other sub-criteria, indicating that “research” as the most important contributor to sustain the Malaysia HEI. Meanwhile the total weights score of the overall sub-criteria is 71.60%, which indicates “moderately sustainable” of the entire sustainability range. Overall, the findings suggest that the entire sub-criteria investigated using the extension of AHP are vital in influencing the sustainability of HEI in Malaysia. The study implies that “research” should be given more focus, which in turn leads to greater institutional visibility and reputation.

Innovations in Islamic Education Management within the University Context: Addressing Challenges and Exploring Future Prospects

This research explores innovation in the management of Islamic education in higher education institutions, along with the associated challenges and prospects. Its objective is to comprehend the challenges of implementing innovation in Islamic education management and assess its prospects. The research methodology employed is a qualitative literature study. The researchers gathered and analyzed various literature sources to gain a more profound understanding. The research findings reveal challenges such as a lack of comprehension, resistance to change, resource limitations, and the conflict between tradition and modernity. Nonetheless, there exist opportunities for developing new adaptive and relevant approaches. Innovation in Islamic education management yields benefits in the form of enhanced learning quality, student skill development, operational efficiency, and increased reputation and competitiveness of higher education institutions. Collaboration and strong leadership serve as pivotal factors for successfully confronting challenges and expanding innovation prospects.

Evaluation of Bangladesh Universities Ranking in the Perspective of World University Ranking

University ranking has been a prominent issue of debate at both the international and national levels in recent years. Many worldwide university rankings have been published in recent years, each based on different performance measures. These evaluations take into account a variety of factors, including the institution's reputation, the student-to- faculty ratio, the percentage of international students, Nobel and other awards, the number of highly cited papers, the number of articles published in Science and Nature, the h-index, web visibility, and other factors due to severe global competition, international ranking systems seldom include any local universities from the standpoint of a developing country like Bangladesh. While it is becoming more difficult for institutions from developing countries to be included in these rankings, the major ranking indicators should be adapted or updated to compete. The study aimed to evaluate Bangladesh Universities ranking from the Perspective of the World University Ranking system by reviewing some of the most commonly referenced university ranking methodologies. A systematic literature review method was followed for this study. Relevant articles and literature were collected from different data sources like google scholar, research gate, Scopus, Web of Science, and ERIC.

Needs and Experiences of United States Female Urology Residents

To identify factors influencing residency training program selection by women residents in urology and to evaluate the residents' gender-based experiences during training. Urology remains a disproportionately male-physician-dominated field. Understanding the needs and experiences of women residents is essential for developing strategies to recruit and retain more women urologists in independent practice. An anonymous, 15-item web-based electronic survey was posted on social media and distributed via institutional email addresses between May and July 2021, targeted to all 461 current women U.S. urology residents. Both quantitative and qualitative data were collected and analyzed using descriptive statistical methods and thematic analysis, respectively. 147 complete responses were received. The most important factors influencing initial residency training program selection included geographic location/setting (37%) and institutional reputation (27%), compared to number of women faculty (3.4%) and women residents (0%). However, respondents cited a need for increased presence of women faculty and mentorship (36%), elimination of gender bias/harassment in the workplace (33%), and improved family support/maternity leave policies (15%) during residency to better foster clinical and academic growth of women residents. In interactions with patients, 97% reported not being recognized as a doctor, 84% reported stereotyping of women doctors, and 78% reported experiencing inappropriate treatment/harassment from male patients. Geographic setting and institutional reputation were the most important factors for residency program selection by women urology residents. Although overlooked as a priority during the initial application process, current women urology residents seek increased women faculty presence, leadership and mentorship during residency to foster clinical and academic growth. Women residents face extremely high rates of gender bias and harassment in the workplace.

Reference Group, Perceived Value, and Institution Image for Student Behavior Intention

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to create an empirical model of behavioral intentions of students at a private STIE institution in Medan. The survey method is the explanation survey method. Theoretical framework : The nature of the investigation in this study is causality by finding causality as a result of the events under investigation. stated that from the perspective of marketing, there is the influence of the institutional image and reputation on the behavior of customers, regardless of the lack of empirical evidence. Many authors assert that the image and reputation of good institutions help the Organization increase sales and market share. Design/methodology/approach : The research method used is quantitative. The unit of analysis for this study is a private STIE institution in Medan, while the unit of observation is a sample size of 400 Students. Findings : The results of this research seem to have resulted in a positive image of students at university when they recognize their own values. However, students will choose college students if they have a friendly group that encourages them. Indirectly, students' behavioral intentions to select more influential college students are determined by the value they perceive through the institution's image. Research, Practical, and Social Implications: The Study in the managerial aspect. If group references are later reflected in the normative group references followed by prospective students, and subsequently reflected through relationships, if students' perceived worth is positive, this enhances the institution's image and may later be reflected in the educational institution. learning environment. Originality/ value: This study focuses on STIE students only including their decision to choose a tertiary institution. Research results are very valuable for universities to attract prospective students to choose their universities.

Environmental information disclosure, environmental innovation, and firms' growth performances: The moderating role of media attention

AbstractEnvironmental innovation not only promotes the harmonious development of the economy and the environment, but also has an influence on firms' growth. Based on institutional theory and reputation theory, this study constructs a model of the relationship among environmental information disclosure, environmental innovation, and firms' growth performances along the path of institution — behavior — performance. By selecting the panel data of 200 heavily polluting firms listed on the Shanghai and Shenzhen A‐share markets from 2014 to 2018 as the research sample, this study examines the role of environmental information disclosure in firms' environmental innovation and growth performances, as well as the moderating role of media attention. The results revealed that environmental information disclosure had a positive effect on firms' growth performances, and that eco‐product and eco‐process innovations played mediating roles in the relationship between environmental information disclosure and firms' growth performances. In addition, media attention positively moderated the influence of environmental information disclosure on firms' eco‐product innovations. This study contributes to the research on the antecedents of environmental innovation, and provides guidance for improving the environmental information disclosure system and for enhancing the level of firms' performance.

Frameworks and Tools in Developing Marketing Strategies for Transnational Education (TNE) Providers: A Literature Review

Crafting a marketing program for Transnational Education (TNE) providers is a complex process that entails a thorough industry analysis and internal assessment using several strategic frameworks and tools. Educational managers should also have a good grasp of the quality indicators in the education sector that prospective students most likely look at when choosing a university. The study uses the literature review as a means to examine readily available research on the different frameworks, methods, and paradigms in developing an effective marketing program for TNE organizations. The method of content analysis was used. The sources came from the following research databases: Google Scholar, Business publications, Directory of Open Access journals, and other scientific websites. The study concludes that to come up with a strategic marketing plan, the following frameworks can be used: Porter's Five Forces with a focus on competition and differentiation, Structure-Conduct-Performance with a concentration on industry analysis, and the SWOT Analysis which encompasses both internal and external environments of an institution. Quality measures of TNE providers by several research can also be useful when developing a strategic marketing plan. Some of the key areas that potential students look at in the higher education sector are institutional reputation, course quality, and student support.

Strategi Service Quality Sebagai Media dalam Menciptakan Kepuasan dan Loyalitas Pelanggan Jasa Pendidikan

This article discusses the importance of service quality in creating customer satisfaction and loyalty in the education sector. The article highlights the Total Quality Service (TQS) concept, which emphasizes the effectiveness and efficiency of service delivery. The article also discusses the four characteristics of non-profit service institutions, including intangibility, inseparability, variability, and perishability. The article emphasizes the importance of identifying customer needs and understanding their characteristics to provide satisfactory services. The article also discusses the impact of customer satisfaction and loyalty on the sustainability of educational institutions. The research method used in this article is library research, which involves analyzing and synthesizing existing literature on the topic. The article concludes that providing high-quality services is essential to maintain customer satisfaction and loyalty, which in turn contributes to the reputation, competitiveness, and financial stability of educational institutions.

Crisis Communication And Social Media: The Mayor's Strategy Of Bandar Lampung @eva_dwiana

This study aims to find the results of the implications of the use of social media by the Bandar Lampung City government as a crisis communication management strategy during the Covid-19 pandemic. Crisis communication efforts are carried out through the @eva_dwiana Instagram account. This research used a qualitative content analysis method with Instagram content objects @eva_dwiana from 2019 to 2020. The results showed that the Bandar Lampung City Government, through its Mayor, used social media accounts to disseminate instructions regarding the handling of COVID-19 as well as publicize the performance carried out in overcoming the crisis. Other results also have more uploads containing instructions than performance publications. It also shows that the Bandar Lampung City Government prioritizes public safety over the institution's reputation.

Problematic Aspects of Influence Trading in the Context of ComparativeLegal Analysis of Georgia and European countries

The present article article examines the legal aspects of influence trading in light of the analysis of the "Criminal Law Convention on Corruption" of the Council of Europe and the legislation of several European countries. In this respect, the article analyzes the main legal framework of the act of influence peddling as defined in the Council of Europe Convention, the legal extent of its action, and the significance of its implementation in the national criminal law of each state. Thus, in this regard, the article analyzes in depth the key aspects of the trade institution under the influence of Georgia, Spain, France, Belgium, and Hungary, as well as the questions of their conformity with the Council of Europe Convention. Furthermore, in terms of comparative legal analysis, the differentiating legal characteristics of the trade institution under the impact of Georgia and the aforementioned European nations are explored.
 Influence peddling, as a form of lever for exerting undue influence on officials through personal relationships, provides a corrupt background to the extent that this behavior undermines the reputation of state institutions and the degree of trust in them in the eyes of citizens. Influence peddling is comparable to lobbying in terms of exerting influence on government officials, which is why several European nations have declined to criminalize it. Hence, the concept of interaction between influence trading and lobbying organizations is extensively investigated. Ultimately, the key legal features of influence trading were analyzed in terms of comparative legal and systematic analysis, and a clear boundary was made between the aforementioned institution and other associated legal activities such as lobbying, legal or other services, and other consulting activities.

Factors Influencing International Students' Choice to Study at Malaysian Private Higher Education Institutions

The decision of international students to pursue private HEIs in Malaysia is examined in this study. It attempts to investigate the relationship between the programmes offered, the tuition price, an institution's recognition and reputation, and the choice made by international students to enroll in Malaysian private higher education institutions (HEIs). This paper aims to identify the determining elements while choosing to attend Malaysian private HEIs, and the push-pull theory was applied. Through an online survey, a total of 110 respondents were gathered. The findings of Pearson's correlation analysis revealed a substantial association between the programme offered, the cost of education, the reputation and recognition of institutions, and the choice of international students to study in Malaysian private HEIs. The findings of this study can be valuable to policymakers, educators, and higher education institutions in Malaysia, as they provide insights into the factors that influence international students' choice to enroll at private HEIs. The results may also be useful for marketing and recruitment strategies to attract more international students to Malaysian private HEIs. Recommendations for HEIs are provided based on the findings.

Employee Affiliation and Presenteeism in Health-care Settings

BACKGROUND: Affiliation and presenteeism have a profound impact on organizational performance, individual health worker performance and health, and clinical performance, which in turn affects patient outcomes. AIM: The aim of this study was to identify organizational affiliation and to analyze the causes and determinants of presenteeism among nursing staff in health-care settings. METHODS: We used a descriptive-empirical method. Data were obtained by survey technique. Health professionals (n = 178) at primary, secondary, and tertiary health-care levels participated in the survey, 91% of whom were women and 9% men. More than half of the respondents (51%) are registered nurses/nursing technicians, 46% are paramedical nurses/nursing technicians, and 4% have a master’s degree in various health and nursing disciplines. RESULTS: The results showed that nursing staff show the greatest organizational loyalty in the way that they are always willing to help colleagues and managers and that they believe in the successful development of their healthcare institution. They are aware that they act irresponsibly toward other colleagues and patients when they come to work sick, but they were present at work despite their reduced ability to perform their job, because they do not want their colleagues to be overwhelmed by them and, despite having a health problem, they were able to complete the difficult tasks of their job, even though it took them more time and energy to do so. CONCLUSION: Employee adherence influences the quality of patient care, the work environment, and the reputation of the healthcare institution. Presenteeism is an undesirable behavior that receives too little attention from employers. It is a risk for the organization, for patients – service users as well as for health-care providers who are less effective in their work.

PERWUJUDAN KONTRA RADIKALISME DI PONDOK PESANTREN AL-KARIMIYAH DEPOK

With the claims of terrorist nests to pesantren, the reputation of Islamic educational institutions has become negative. There needs to be a new breakthrough in managing Islamic educational institutions to improve their reputation. One of them is implementing an educational model that counters radicalism in the pesantren environment, because pesantren as an Islamic educational institution with an open ideology and will easily accept differences. One of the pesantren that implements a counter-radicalism education model is the Al-Karimiyah Islamic Boarding School, Sawangan Baru, Sawangan, Depok City. So, the author is interested in researching the pesantren. This study uses qualitative by emphasizing field studies (field research). This research begins with social construction which is inter-subjective, diverse and requires an overall understanding and inter-subjective relationship of symptoms. The results show that the process of realizing counter-radicalism values ​​at the Al-Karimiyah Islamic Boarding School is through programs and management that lead to that goal. Furthermore, Islamic programs and studies fostered in Islamic boarding schools produce students who are tolerant and sociable.

Predictors of Research Productivity of Academic Staff in Kyambogo University: An Empirical Study Based on Mantikayan and Abdulgani’s (2018) Model

The research productivity (RP) of academic staff is of utmost significance as it contributes to the advancement of knowledge, enhances institutional reputation, facilitates funding opportunities, improves teaching quality, and enhances societal impact. In this research we aimed to investigate the predictors of RP among academic staff at Kyambogo University (KyU). Based on Mantikayan and Abdulgani’s (2018) model, we had four study objectives: to examine whether ascriptive, individual, leadership, and institutional factors predicted RP. Using a positivist research paradigm and a predictive cross-sectional survey design, data was collected through a questionnaire survey from 165 academic staff. Multiple linear regression was employed for data analysis. The findings revealed that ascriptive, leadership and institutional factors did not significantly predict RP. However, under the individual factor, it was found that only the constructs of motivation and research skills were significant and positive predictors of RP. The study concluded that Mantikayan and Abdulgani’s model lacked a comprehensive explanation of RP among academic staff at KyU. Therefore, there is a need for further research to develop a more inclusive model or framework that can capture the diverse factors influencing RP within the specific context of KyU. To enhance RP, KyU should emphasise motivation, research skills, and adopt a holistic leadership approach, while considering factors beyond ascriptive and institutional influences.

You Are Welcome Here: What Campus Resources Are Needed to Recruit, Retain, and Graduate International Students at Large Universities?

As globalization in education spreads, students will be more likely to study abroad; these international students are integral to institutional reputation and cultural enrichment. As such, educational institutions need to better understand what is necessary to recruit international students, provide them with a successful educational experience, and facilitate their path to graduation. In this study, an exploratory survey was distributed to international students at two large universities (>50,000 students) in the US and Turkey. The survey yielded n=182 responses. After analyzing the participant responses, their primary experiences fell into three themes: expectations, challenges, and needed improvements. Overall, the international students appeared satisfied with their educational experiences, but highlighted areas of improvement. Universities will need to create an action plan to help work with students during the recruiting process, during their time at the university, and during their final semesters when they prepare to graduate and look for a job.

ACEP-SAEM response to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) proposal to simplify the review framework for research project grant applications.

The Society for Academic Emergency Medicine (SAEM) and American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) are responding jointly to this request for information. SAEM and ACEP promote innovative and imaginative strategy development that will transform prehospital and emergent patient care. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) proposal to modify the current grant scoring system to prioritize these principles is a welcome change and we are supportive of these efforts. Focusing on research importance, feasibility, and scientific rigor will make it easier to interpret reviewer critiques and provide investigators with clearer information on score driving factors related to the science itself. While investigator and environment are important factors for successfully conducting research, reducing their overall importance may help with reducing bias and expanding the pool of meritorious applications. We also support combining significance and innovation into a single “importance” score, as the current format gives equal weight to innovation even though related sections tend to be brief. Furthermore, the existing significance section focuses largely on perceived need and scientific rationale with lesser consideration of the true magnitude of impact. Our societies are hopeful that by broadening the concept of overall importance, this new section can better weight funding decisions toward injuries and illnesses where improved outcomes would benefit the greatest number of people. We also agree that the current scoring system overly emphasizes an investigator's prior grant success and institutional reputation in determining an application's merit. Reliance on these factors detracts from the proposal's true “importance” and may perpetuate existing and ongoing challenges with the development and retention of junior investigators, including investigators from historically underrepresented groups. The proposed changes in this area will allow for increased emphasis on the development of highly novel or paradigm-shifting approaches to problems. Nonetheless, consideration of the capacity to execute the proposed work remains a critically important factor. The proposed method of scoring using a descriptive range of “fully capable” to “additional resources needed” deemphasizes quantitative scoring and we believe accomplishes the stated goals. However, we recommend specific clarification that the proposed scale reflects the entirety of the investigatory team (with due consideration of experience with prior collaboration). An important component of the current scoring system not addressed in the proposed changes is the handling of grant resubmissions. It is not clear why resubmissions have a written narrative that is score-driving and subject to bias. We recommend amending this process for each additional criteria to be marked yes or no as to “all major/moderate concerns appropriately addressed.” Reviewers could also have the option of describing “any new major/moderate concerns identified” in the resubmission process. Finally, while we recognize that these scoring revisions are important, we suggest that the NIH consider a more direct acknowledgment of our nation's need to fund a diverse pool of grant applicants. We believe the approach of the three-factor scoring system that emphasizes capability to perform the work is well aligned with this goal, but we would encourage the NIH to consider an explicit acknowledgment of ongoing disparities in our nation's health research programs addressed by these changes.

CONCEPTUALIZING PERCEIVED BENEFITS AND STUDENT ENROLMENT INTENTION

Innumerable research has been done on perceived benefits in transnational higher education, such as Desire, career aspirations, and Diverse Program Options, and how these facts could affect Student Enrollment Intentions. The concept of factors persuading students to select a TNHE program has always discussed several other factors such as Facilitating Conditions, Institutional Reputation, Perceived Price Value, Convenience, and so on. However, this study discovers the relationship between Perceived Benefits and Student Enrollment Intention with three dimensions in place, such as Desire for a western-based education, Diverse program options, and Career Prospects and the author would conduct a much more extensive literature review with a combination of statistical analysis that discusses the relationship. It was also identified with the literature support that Educational Aspirations mediate between Career Prospects and Student Enrollment Intention for which a thorough statistical backing would be discussed in this chapter. Since it is easy to understand by internal and external stakeholders and has theoretical, literary, and statistical support, the study "Perceived Benefits and Student Enrolment Intention Framework" is topical and pertinent. The framework guides those wishing to develop curricular and pedagogical initiatives to increase student enrollments in TNHE.

Factors Affecting Ranking of Colleges in India for an Individual

This research paper aims to investigate the various factors that affect college rankings, with a specific focus on the United States. The study examines the metrics used to calculate college rankings and the different factors that influence a college's ranking. The paper begins by discussing the increasing importance of college rankings in the current higher education landscape. It then delves into the methodologies used to rank colleges, including the weight given to factors such as faculty research output, student outcomes, campus resources, and institutional reputation. The study further explores how these factors can impact a college's ranking. The findings of the research indicate that there is a complex relationship between the various factors that impact college rankings. While some factors may have a greater influence on a college's ranking than others, it is often the combination of factors that determine a college's overall score. For the purpose of this research, we have used Interpretive Structure Modelling (ISM) technique. The research also highlights the need for colleges to consider these factors carefully when developing strategies to improve their rankings. Keywords: College Rankings; Choosing College; College Ranking ISM

Mentoring and engaging undergraduate students in authentic research in mammalogy

Abstract Undergraduate research is a high-impact educational practice that helps students develop essential professional and personal skills. These skills include tangible field methods and lab techniques, critical thinking, effective communication, integrated and complex problem-solving, metacognition, self-confidence, collegiality, information literacy, and identity development. Participation in undergraduate research experiences increases academic performance, program retention, degree completion, and the number and diversity of students pursuing postbaccalaureate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics degrees. Mentors (faculty, postdoctoral fellow, and graduate students) also benefit from the undergraduate research process by generating publishable scholarship, improvement in leadership skills, and developing rich personal mentoring relationships. Further, a university or college itself benefits from increased institutional reputation and visibility within the scientific community. Nonetheless, many barriers impede students from pursuing research experiences, including a lack of awareness of research opportunities, unfamiliarity with the benefits of a research experience, personal or financial constraints, noncompetitive grade point averages, financial and family needs, maturity, and imposter syndrome. To help mitigate these issues and build a culture of undergraduate research, pathways for implementing undergraduate research in the field of mammalogy are discussed, in addition to advice on mentorship.

A conceptual framework for higher education student loyalty from the green marketing perspective

PurposeThis study aims to investigate the impact of green image on student loyalty and to present a conceptual framework aimed at retaining current students and attracting new ones in higher education.Design/methodology/approachAfter review of prior studies using green image to predict customer loyalty in non-higher education industries and student loyalty in the context of higher education, a conceptual framework is developed after identifying research gaps in two sets of literature.FindingsUsing stimulus-organism-response (S-O-R) as a foundation, this study identifies core constructs in the green marketing perspective that may serve as predictors of student loyalty in higher education. A conceptual framework has been developed to examine the relationship between green image and loyalty of student in higher education, with student green satisfaction and institution reputation serving as mediators.Research limitations/implicationsThis study is restricted to developing a conceptual framework and no empirical evidence has been presented. However, the conceptual framework developed in this study could facilitate the theoretical and practical implications for enhancing loyalty of students in higher education.Originality/valueThis study contributes to the extant literature in the green marketing realm by extending the green perspectives in the higher education context. This is one of the earliest conceptual papers to examine loyalty of students in higher education using green image. The conceptual framework could serve as the foundation for future research on enhancing loyalty of students in higher education.