Description
Privatization in reference to higher education refers to a process or tendency of colleges and universities (both public and private) taking on characteristics of, or operational norms associated with, private enterprises.
Statement
Global financial crisis and subsequent austerity measures have directly affected academia, with governments privatizing studies so as to provide income and cut expenses. The effect is immediate, however, arguers claim that in the long-run, the state will be damaged, as studies are both a public good that should be provided for free and also an investment on the countries future work force. We invite you to provide your opinion regarding the benefits and drawbacks of higher education privatization.
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Privatization in reference to higher education refers to a process or tendency of colleges and universities (both public and private) taking on characteristics of, or operational norms associated with, private enterprises.
Statement
Global financial crisis and subsequent austerity measures have directly affected academia, with governments privatizing studies so as to provide income and cut expenses. The effect is immediate, however, arguers claim that in the long-run, the state will be damaged, as studies are both a public good that should be provided for free and also an investment on the countries future work force. We invite you to provide your opinion regarding the benefits and drawbacks of higher education privatization.
