The Rise of University Mergers in Europe

Authors

  • Thomas Estermann
  • Enora Bennetot Pruvot

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.6017/ihe.2015.82.8867

Keywords:

University, merger, efficiency, European Universities Association

Abstract

Mergers in the university sector are a growing phenomenon in many European countries. This article explores the rationale and aims behind these processes, underlining that generating economies should not be a primary driver. Costing the process adequately is nevertheless one of the keys to a successful merger, along with a series of other important elements detailed in full in the EUA report dedicated to the issue.

Author Biographies

Thomas Estermann

Thomas Estermann is director of funding, governance, and public poli- cy development at the European University Association (EUA).

Enora Bennetot Pruvot

Enora Bennetot Pruvot is program manager at the European University Association.

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Published

2015-09-01

How to Cite

Estermann, T., & Pruvot, E. B. (2015). The Rise of University Mergers in Europe. International Higher Education, (82), 12–13. https://doi.org/10.6017/ihe.2015.82.8867

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Section

European Trends and Challenges

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